Official Sean Taylor Trial Thread

The Hogster · Post by **The Hogster** » Sun Apr 16, 2006 1:30 pm

wtf is on that guys website? that kid is on blow.

rick301 · Post by **rick301** » Sun Apr 16, 2006 2:45 pm

[Taylor's] Yukon was struck at least 15 times, and the police recovered 27 bullet cases, according to the police report.

... and only Taylor is charged? Where are the charges for those that shot up Taylor's car.

Hill and company will make great witnesses ... for the defense!

The Hogster · Post by **The Hogster** » Sun Apr 16, 2006 2:50 pm

rick301 wrote:
[Taylor's] Yukon was struck at least 15 times, and the police recovered 27 bullet cases, according to the police report.

... and only Taylor is charged? Where are the charges for those that shot up Taylor's car.

Hill and company will make great witnesses ... for the defense!

Since they aren't famous and this guy is an obvious tool...they haven't been charged.

DeathByLinebacker#56 · Mon Apr 24, 2006 8:11 am

I'm so reday for this to be over. Just play ball Sean!!!

SkinsFreak · Post by **SkinsFreak** » Wed Apr 26, 2006 7:53 pm

It was just announced here in South Florida on the local NBC news that not only has Grieco been pulled from the Taylor case, he has now completely resigned from the DA's office. They showed some stuff from his website that included some partial pornography and how he was using the Taylor case as well as other high profile cases to promote his career as a dj. This Grieco guy is a homer. I hope something is brought against him, maybe a ethics violation or something. JH... any thoughts?

Justice Hog · Post by **Justice Hog** » Wed Apr 26, 2006 9:53 pm

That's what I expected and I think I mentioned it previously.

He may have resigned because they may have told him, "Resign, or we'll fire you."

He also may be facing sanctions with the State Bar.

Couldn't happen to a nicer guy.

rick301 · Post by **rick301** » Wed Apr 26, 2006 10:09 pm

I'd now like to see the charges against Sean dropped and the other two charged with theft and weapon charges for shooting up Sean's truck.

rick301 · Post by **rick301** » Thu Apr 27, 2006 12:28 pm

Redskins | Taylor's trial date likely pushed back again
Wed, 26 Apr 2006 21:52:46 -0700

Jason La Canfora, of the Washington Post, reports all scheduled hearings for Washington Redskins FS Sean Taylor's felony assault case have been postponed, according to members of the defense and prosecution. There will be a new judge and a new lead prosecutor, which will require additional time to prepare. Richard Sharpstein, one of Taylor's attorneys, and Ed Griffith, a spokesperson for the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office, said they expected the trial to be delayed before May 8 as a procedural matter. As of now, there are no new dates set for hearing or the trial.

How long wil this draaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaag out? Its frustration enough for us fans ... I wonder how Sean is coping. Will ST be retired and in the HOF before this finally gets to trial?

... meanwhile the thieves still have not been charged ...

:roll:

SkinsFreak · Post by **SkinsFreak** » Thu Apr 27, 2006 1:37 pm

Justice Hog wrote:That's what I expected and I think I mentioned it previously.

He may have resigned because they may have told him, "Resign, or we'll fire you."

He also may be facing sanctions with the State Bar.

Couldn't happen to a nicer guy.

Ya, now they (the local news) are saying that he was fired. The new judge and prosecuter better get this right this time!

SkinsFanInHawai'i · Post by **SkinsFanInHawai'i** » Thu Apr 27, 2006 2:29 pm

Where does the "fair and speedy trial" come in here?

It doesn't seem fair to Taylor.

USAFSkinFan · Post by **USAFSkinFan** » Thu Apr 27, 2006 2:34 pm

SkinsFanInHawai'i wrote:Where does the "fair and speedy trial" come in here?

It doesn't seem fair to Taylor.

Amen... since when does the prosecution get extra time to get up to speed due to their own incompetence? I'm going to go watch some more Law and Order... Jack never gets extra time...

SkinsFanInHawai'i · Post by **SkinsFanInHawai'i** » Fri Apr 28, 2006 2:06 am

Full Article

Jason La Canfora wrote:Mike Grieco , the former lead prosecutor in the case, recently withdrew from Taylor's trial after the defense team objected to postings on his Web site, and Richard Sharpstein , one of Taylor's attorneys, said he has met with the new prosecutor, Abe Laeser . Sharpstein said Taylor's defense team is allowing Laeser ample time to review all materials and has temporarily withdrawn motions to dismiss the case "out of respect to Abe." However, Sharpstein said that those motions could be refiled should Laeser opt to pursue the case and not dismiss it himself.

Still looks like it should be dismissed.
I just hope it is over with before the season starts.

Justice Hog · Post by **Justice Hog** » Fri Apr 28, 2006 6:54 am

SkinsFanInHawai'i wrote:Where does the "fair and speedy trial" come in here?

It doesn't seem fair to Taylor.

When both sides agree to the continuance, there are no "speedy trial" issues.

The "speedy trial" argument only comes into play when the case is delayed over and over again either by the State or by the Court only.

USAFSkinFan · Post by **USAFSkinFan** » Fri Apr 28, 2006 8:10 am

Justice Hog wrote:
SkinsFanInHawai'i wrote:Where does the "fair and speedy trial" come in here?

It doesn't seem fair to Taylor.

When both sides agree to the continuance, there are no "speedy trial" issues.

The "speedy trial" argument only comes into play when the case is delayed over and over again either by the State or by the Court only.

I understand, but why would Taylor's team agree to a continuance now? Seems like they would say, "no... we don't care about your prosecution problems, we're ready now"... I guess they figure there's always a chance of getting the charges dropped or witnesses getting arrested a few more times if they keep pushing it back...

rick301 · Post by **rick301** » Fri Apr 28, 2006 9:48 am

USAFSkinFan wrote:
Justice Hog wrote:
SkinsFanInHawai'i wrote:Where does the "fair and speedy trial" come in here?

It doesn't seem fair to Taylor.

When both sides agree to the continuance, there are no "speedy trial" issues.

The "speedy trial" argument only comes into play when the case is delayed over and over again either by the State or by the Court only.

I understand, but why would Taylor's team agree to a continuance now? Seems like they would say, "no... we don't care about your prosecution problems, we're ready now"... I guess they figure there's always a chance of getting the charges dropped or witnesses getting arrested a few more times if they keep pushing it back...

Maybe they are giving the prosecutor's office a chance to step back, evaluate the FACTS, and to dismiss the charges

1niksder · Post by **1niksder** » Fri Apr 28, 2006 12:55 pm

rick301 wrote:Maybe they are giving the prosecutor's office a chance to step back, evaluate the FACTS, and to dismiss the charges

That could be the case....

Jason La Canfora wrote:Mike Grieco , the former lead prosecutor in the case, recently withdrew from Taylor's trial after the defense team objected to postings on his Web site, and Richard Sharpstein , one of Taylor's attorneys, said he has met with the new prosecutor, Abe Laeser . Sharpstein said Taylor's defense team is allowing Laeser ample time to review all materials and has temporarily withdrawn motions to dismiss the case "out of respect to Abe." However, Sharpstein said that those motions could be refiled should Laeser opt to pursue the case and not dismiss it himself.

Or that is the case

rick301 · Post by **rick301** » Tue May 02, 2006 12:21 pm

Redskins | Police and courts: S. Taylor
Tue, 2 May 2006 06:02:00 -0700

The Washington Post reports a hearing to determine a new trial date for Washington Redskins S Sean Taylor is schedule for Monday, May 8, according to Richard Sharpstein, one of his attorneys. Taylor was arrested last year for felony assault.

BernieSki · Post by **BernieSki** » Tue May 02, 2006 12:39 pm

What ever happened to " A right to a speedy trial" This needs to end one way or the other.

REDEEMEDSKIN · Post by **REDEEMEDSKIN** » Tue May 02, 2006 12:56 pm

BernieSki wrote:What ever happened to " A right to a speedy trial" This needs to end one way or the other.

This was addressed exactly FIVE POSTS before yours, and FOUR DAYS AGO:

Justice Hog wrote:
SkinsFanInHawai'i wrote:Where does the "fair and speedy trial" come in here?

It doesn't seem fair to Taylor.

When both sides agree to the continuance, there are no "speedy trial" issues.

The "speedy trial" argument only comes into play when the case is delayed over and over again either by the State or by the Court only.

USAFSkinFan · Post by **USAFSkinFan** » Thu May 04, 2006 10:52 am

Below is an excerpt from the Justice Building Blog in Miami... just thought it was interesting... also in the Blog, DJ Greico makes the list of nice procecuters in the building and Laeser makes the not nice list...

If Laeser looks at the merrits of the case and decides to pursue it as well, that makes me a little nervous... I was feeling like Greico was just an idiot trying to get some face time... doesn't seem like that's the case with Laeser...

"ED CARHART

While we were away, some comments about the Grieco/DJ/Redskins case involved Ed Carhart. Here is what 99% of you REGJB regulars who first walked into the Justice Building some time during the 1990’s do not know: Ed Carhart is one of the finest attorneys in the United States. He is a master at cross examination, and has handled some of the biggest cases in Miami. Do not let his chronic illness which has confined him to a wheel chair confuse you. Prosecutors underestimate him at their own peril. Those people whose ability to write posts are limited to strings of four letter words would do better to write less, and go in court and watch Mr. Carhart try that case. We understand Sean Taylor has several attorneys, but if those lawyers want to win, they should stay seated and let Mr. Carhart do his thing."

SkinsFanInHawai'i · Post by **SkinsFanInHawai'i** » Mon May 08, 2006 8:10 pm

Washington Redskins safety Sean Taylor has a new trial date in Miami on charges he pointed a gun during a dispute.

The trial had been set to begin Monday, but a Miami-Dade Circuit Court judge set a new date of July 10th during a brief hearing. It's the seventh time the trial has been delayed.

Taylor, who wasn't present at Monday's hearing, has pleaded not guilty and is free on bail.

The latest delay happened after the prosecutor in the case resigned from the state attorney's office after defense lawyers claimed he was using the notoriety to promote his side business as a nightclub disc jockey. The lawyer had posted links to news coverage of the case on a personal Internet site.

Taylor faces a faces a minimum of three years in prison on each of three aggravated assault charges.

LINK

Justice Hog · Post by **Justice Hog** » Mon May 08, 2006 10:04 pm

July 10th!?!?! July 10th!?!?! This is getting to be total B.S.!!

Our boy, Sean, needs to get this behind him and get into training camp and FOCUS ON TRAINING CAMP ONLY!

rick301 · Post by **rick301** » Tue May 09, 2006 1:40 pm

Its not over yet ... the extensions that is ...

Judge Leonard E. Glick, who took over the case when Judge Mary Barzee was transferred to the civil division last month, granted the request for continuance from the state's attorney office, which recently changed prosecutors. The defense agreed to the continuance. ... The trial was first scheduled for Sept. 12 and had been continued to Oct. 24, Jan. 17, March 20, April 10, April 17 and then to yesterday. Glick is due to move to another division July 1, so Taylor might end up with a third judge before finally going to trial.

http://www.washtimes.com/sports/2006050 ... -7643r.htm

UK Skins Fan · Post by **UK Skins Fan** » Tue May 09, 2006 2:41 pm

Why don't they just delay the trial until April 1st 2025, and save Redskins fans the worry?

Seriously, this does make Florida justice look pretty silly, from where I'm sitting. And I'm not just knocking the US criminal justice system for the hell of it here - this kind of nonsense goes on over here too. Either the guy is a danger to society and should be locked up by now, or he's innocent, and shouldn't have this thing still hanging over him now.

This is in the finest tradition of British movie farces. I suggest we call it "Carry on down the crapper".

USAFSkinFan · Post by **USAFSkinFan** » Tue May 09, 2006 3:09 pm

I don't see any way this won't effect Taylor's coming into camp (on time) prepared either physically or mentally or both... the prosecuter's office has botched this from day 1... I hope the judge cut's them no slack whatsoever when they present their case...