For all of you out there, including me, who expected to hear or see something interesting today in State v. Jodi, you (we) are out of luck. The oral argument scheduled for today will be CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. On October 1, 2013, Judge Stephens … [Read more...] about Jodi Arias Hearing Closed to Public
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Jodi Arias Will Try To Settle Her Case
Jodi Arias and Juan Martinez will participate in a settlement conference in late October in an effort to resolve the case. For background, Jodi Arias was found guilty of the First Degree Murder of Travis Alexander in May of this year. The jury also … [Read more...] about Jodi Arias Will Try To Settle Her Case
Motions and Twitter and Juries Oh My! (State v. Jodi Arias)
A lot a movement has happened in State v. Jodi Arias in the past couple days leading up to the status conference scheduled for Monday, August 26. It is anticipated that the firm trial date will be scheduled on Monday. Additionally, the Judge may … [Read more...] about Motions and Twitter and Juries Oh My! (State v. Jodi Arias)
NO, YOU DID NOT MISS ANYTHING (Jodi Arias)
Today was the next page in the State v. Jodi Arias trial in that it was a status conference. Jodi Arias arrived in jail stripes and chains, courtesy of Sheriff Joe, and her hair wrapped up in a bun. During the conference we learned three … [Read more...] about NO, YOU DID NOT MISS ANYTHING (Jodi Arias)
The Question of Death in the Court of Public Opinion – Arias
As a criminal law attorney there are some things you just KNOW. You KNOW your client is more likely guilty than not; You KNOW the public thinks the world would be a better place without you; You KNOW not to mess with karma if you can help … [Read more...] about The Question of Death in the Court of Public Opinion – Arias
Supreme Court Denies Petition In State v. Jodi Arias
Today the Arizona Supreme Court denied jurisdiction of the Petition for Review that the Defense filed in State v. Jodi Arias regarding the probable cause determination of aggravating factors and the testimony of Det. Flores. I have attached both the … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Denies Petition In State v. Jodi Arias
Did She Say Enough? Jodi Arias Pleads For Her Life
Today was Jodi's last chance to plead for her life to the jury that convicted her of first degree, premeditated murder. Although the day started slow, it picked up just over an hour after it was supposed to start. In front of a packed courtroom … [Read more...] about Did She Say Enough? Jodi Arias Pleads For Her Life
JODI ARIAS ASKS FOR LIFE IN PRISON
Jodi Arias just finished her last plea to the Jury and it lasted 19 minutes. In a nutshell, she requested life. I will add more details shortly... … [Read more...] about JODI ARIAS ASKS FOR LIFE IN PRISON