1.07.2009

Dope Trial Update

Let me describe the trial: BOR-----ING!!! But the jury just began deliberating after eating at Sweetie Pie's Ribeyes for lunch. (I wonder if one of the liberal jurors will argue that chicken fried steak smothered in gravy with a side of french fries is more dangerous than meth?) I'll keep ya updated. Edit: No verdict as of 4:10 p.m. Jury asked to have some of defendant's testimony read back. (Bonus inside courthouse pic.) Edit @ 4:45: Guilty. Punishment phase tomorrow. Edit: Oops. They fired up the punishment phase today. Edit @ 5:50: Jury will deliberate punishment tonight. Get this, the range is from 5 years or probation to up to life in prison. Sheesh. The bailiff should text me with the verdict if we get one. Side note: I know the plea bargain that the defendant turned down. I'll reveal that once the jury is discharged.