05-02-2013, 12:36 PM
(05-02-2013, 11:34 AM)HairOfTheDog Wrote: Any specific points of concern or areas that you think Martinez really has to hammer home in his Closing today?
I find Martinez abrasive and smug. Jury alienation is my biggest concern.
Focus on the real case: 1st Degree Murder NOT Self-Defense.
Premeditation is the key . . . emphasize all events before, during and after the murder.
Hammer the fact that Arias is a habitual liar.
All of God’s children know that the defense will portray Arias as a victim and Alexander as the abuser.
Therefore, reiterate the fact there is no evidence supporting physical abuse, pedophilia, gun ownership, being the instigator of all or most sexual activity and fear of her life . . . ONLY the word of the accused!
Keep the focus on Arias as a murder rather than defending Alexander’s character by reminding the jury of the aforementioned lack of evidence.
IMO - If she doesn't get the needle, it will be on Martinez.