The Reversal
“He argued that the state had failed to live up to its duty in carrying the burden of proof. He said that the evidence presented by the prosecutors failed to cross the threshold of guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. I was ready to stand to argue the state’s side, but the judge held up her hand to signal me to stay in place. She then quickly dispensed with Royce’s motion. “Motion denied,” Breitman said. “The court holds that the evidence presented by the prosecution is sufficient for the jury to co...nsider. Mr. Royce, are you ready to proceed with the defense?” “I am, Your Honor.”“Okay, sir, then we will recall the jury now. Will you have an opening statement?”“A brief one, Your Honor.”“Very well, I am going to hold you to that.”The jurors filed in and took their assigned places. On many of them I saw expressions of anticipation. I took this as a good sign, as if they were wondering how in the hell the defense would be able to dig its way out of all the evidence the state had dumped on it.MoreLess
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