Diddy
The Day Has Come ….
Jury Choice Will Be Main Problem
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Diddy will lastly face a jury of his friends who will decide his destiny for the remainder of his life … however discovering the appropriate jury — for all sides — is gonna be a Herculean job.
The protection could have a way more tough time, as a result of there is not any such factor as an unbiased jury. Good luck discovering a potential juror in New York Metropolis — or anyplace else on this nation, for that matter — that hasn’t fashioned an opinion about this case.
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For the reason that public view is Diddy is responsible, prosecutors have a giant edge. As for the protection, the way in which to go about asking questions concerning bias is NOT merely asking if a potential juror can have an open thoughts. The best way to do it … they ask if potential jurors have ever held a view that was essential to them however have been capable of change their thoughts, and so they have to be particular.
The opposite factor that is in play right here is pre-trial publicity concerning movie star intercourse tapes and intercourse involving minors. Plenty of people suppose each will play a job within the prison case — it will not. There aren’t any celeb intercourse tapes and not one of the prison costs contain minors. Weirdly, that would truly assist the protection, as a result of a number of jurors anticipate to listen to about this and after they do not they might really feel prosecutors fell quick.
This level grew to become a giant speaking level between Harvey and Mark Geragos on the newest “2 Angry Men” podcast.
There are different elements to think about … the Cassie video may seal Diddy’s destiny, although he isn’t being charged for the brutality seen on the video. However, it definitely tells a strong story … in TMZ’s newest “Downfall of Diddy” documentary, we offered the case to a mock jury and numerous jurors mentioned their thought course of started and ended with the video.
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There are additionally logistical points … numerous potential jurors will likely be excused for hardship causes — sitting by way of a 2-month trial throughout the summer season is a deal breaker for a lot of. Many will likely be excused as a result of they cannot overcome their biases. So the pool will nearly instantly shrink.
Race will inevitably play an enormous half within the case — it will be fascinating to see what all sides desires when it comes to variety. Likewise, it is a cube roll in deciding whether or not males or ladies will likely be harsher/extra sympathetic to Diddy.
The decide will likely be asking inquiries to the jurors — not the attorneys — however with all of the attorneys at counsel tables, protecting them quiet — effectively, good luck.
