[jebartle]

Would the prosecution REPEATEDLY mentioning expletives, guide you to a second degree murder conviction? This seems so obvious to me, should never have made it to this circus!

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by jebartle

Would the prosecution REPEATEDLY mentioning expletives, guide you to a second degree murder conviction? This seems so obvious to me, should never have made it to this circus!

Do not know what it is with the Prosecution in recent Florida very public cases such as Zimmerman's and Casey Anthony's. They do not seem to know how to court a jury.

I remember my law school days when I played a Computer Assisted Instructor program on evidence. You were supposedly to be very mindful of testing the jury's patience with too many objections and the like. Being the gentleman was very important. The defense is doing a much better job.

[Happinow]

In my opinion, both sides need to rest. It's time for the closing arguments. There is nothing anyone can say that would make me change my mind as a junior. Based on the evidence, I don't know how anyone could convict GZ of murder 2.

[senior citizen]

I agree. Time for closing arguments. I think the jury will acquit.

[rubicon]

My initial impression would be that I do not like the judge. I also do not like Atty West. I do believe O'Mara is doing an excellent job of presenting.
Florida Law places this case on a dichotomy based on one word "reasonable". If "reasonable" applies to George Zimmerman's belief that he was defending himself then as a juror I have to let him go. If not then he will be found guilty as charged.

There are some reasons for appeals which I believe should have been allowed.

On a personal level I have gotten gun shy about predictions given results from earlier celebrity trials. What is predictable is that if Zimmerman is acquitted be ready for marches throughout the country.

[manaboutown]

It seems Florida law is somewhat unique in this regard. Paul H. Robinson: Why the Zimmerman Verdict Will Be All or Nothing - WSJ.com

Well, although I got the text when I used a search engine the link did not work for me when I tested it. Sorry. Just type in wsj Zimmerman trial and you should be able to access it if you are interested.

[mac9]

Of course there was no intent of malice. I call all of my friends a-holes!

[DaleMN]

Evidence, or lack thereof, has nothing to do with whether people think GZ is guilty or innocent.

[Patty55]

If I were on the jury or a resident of Sanford I would be making plans for a "vacation".

[rubicon]

From a personal perspective Zimmerman believing Martin was either scouting the neighborhood for future break-in or ready for a break-in wasn't about to lose Martin. Unfortunately Martin reverse roles and became the aggressor and in doing so Zimmerman found he bit more off than he could chew. Left to defend himself well.............

Does anyone really know what was in Zimmerman's heart? Based on what I hear and see as evidence it favors Zimmerman's account.

I also believe the courts should stop televising these cases.

[Monkei]

I forsee a locked jury, ultimately the prosecution will not seek another trial. Zimmerman will then be tried in civil court where the burden of proof is much less.

[gomoho]

Originally Posted by Monkei

I forsee a locked jury, ultimately the prosecution will not seek another trial. Zimmerman will then be tried in civil court where the burden of proof is much less.

With Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson raising funds to pay the attorney.

[Patty55]

Originally Posted by Monkei

I forsee a locked jury, ultimately the prosecution will not seek another trial. Zimmerman will then be tried in civil court where the burden of proof is much less.

Based on what?

[kittygilchrist]

Originally Posted by Monkei

I forsee a locked jury, ultimately the prosecution will not seek another trial. Zimmerman will then be tried in civil court where the burden of proof is much less.

the topic is if you were a juror...but I'm wondering if YOU were, how would you answer the question...

[JP]

I would vote NOT GUILTY