05-04-2012, 06:18 PM
(05-04-2012, 05:38 PM)Lady Cop Wrote: i thought defense also wanted delay/continuance..i may be very mistaken! that's usually a defense tactic.
withholding discovery is one way to accomplish that.
Very strange I agree! but, John Thebes & Jane Roman William's Defense team said "It came as no surprise that lead Prosecutor in this case informed both Defense Council on April 30th, state would be asking for a continuance."
Defense did argue back about discovery material and stated they were ready for trial 29th May 2012 and had discovery material ready to be delivered May 8th, Defense is saying we are ready for trial but, the State is not. They go on to say the State probably needs additional time in pursuit of the truth and justice not only for their Defendant but, regarding other possible suspects who have not be formerly charged at this time. They said, that is indeed an honourable goal. However don't blame us for the continuance. The State is also waiting on updated DNA. The Defense stated they have assessed the impact of all 205 witnesses listed by the state and is ready to proceed in the cross-examination of each if necessary.
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