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[COYBL25]

In regards to Brendon Dassey, there has been progress on a potential release: at the moment - the Court of Appeals in the 7th Circuit has upheld an initial ruling by a Magistrate Judge that Brendon's confession was unconstitutional as it was involuntarily coerced and therefore would be released - however the Wisconsin Justice Dept. has put forward a motion requesting a special type of hearing which requires all Judges sitting in the 7th Circuit to rehear the arguments - Brendon's defense counsel has till Thursday to respond.

In regards to who could have done it - whilst they did allude to who else could have done it a few times - in Wisconsin, you can't use this as a defense unless you can prove three things under the doctrine of Third Party Liability under State v Denny, in that you have to establish the alternative suspect has:

1. Motive
2. Opportunity
3. A direct connection to the crime

This seems to be a fairly high burden to satisfy, especially if at the same time you're trying to rebut a murder charger as well as other fairly serious charges, in such a well publicised case where it might be difficult to believe the Jurors had no bias before the trial started.

Thanks mate.

It's a big mess and in the meantime two potentially innocent people are rotting in jail, plus what it's doing to their families.

You'd like to think it couldn't / wouldn't happen here !

 

[Gouldy]

Thanks mate.

It's a big mess and in the meantime two potentially innocent people are rotting in jail, plus what it's doing to their families.

You'd like to think it couldn't / wouldn't happen here !

If you're just referring to potentially innocent people being in jail, unfortunately it does happen mate. The legal system is imperfect, and as a result innocent people get caught up in it all.

 

[Neiler]

Just getting through sons of anarchy very boss.

 

[bluebrotha77]

Just getting through sons of anarchy very boss.

love that show.

 

[Joey66]

House of cards USA series five just started it- slower than previous series so far, but worth a watch ?

 

[Gouldy]

House of cards USA series five just started it- slower than previous series so far, but worth a watch ?

If there's not much else on then yes.. it's gone downhill since season 3, but Kevin Spacey and Robin Wright make the remaining seasons fairly bearable..

 

[Naisy'sCharitableLeanings]

House of cards USA series five just started it- slower than previous series so far, but worth a watch ?

Halfway through season three here @Joey66 - no spoilers please!

 

[Joey66]

Halfway through season three here @Joey66 - no spoilers please!

they are all great series where have I give any details out of whats happening? series 4 is better than series 3 it matures like wine!

 

[Naisy'sCharitableLeanings]

where have I give any details out of whats happening?

You haven't mate, just wanted to keep it that way. Day off tomorrow so hoping to dive in for another binge.

 

[raithrovers94]

Been watching white gold enjoyed it huge Goodfellow's influence

 

[Walken]

Just getting through sons of anarchy very boss.

One of the poorly written successful shows of all time

 

[Neiler]

One of the poorly written successful shows of all time

Dont knock it mate, its the foundation that this place was built on.

 

[degsy]

Nearly finished 'The Team'; 3 country Scandi-noiresque collaboration. I'm on E8 (final)...not enough sub titles to do your head in if you're that way inclined.

 

[devogue]

Started watching Breaking Bad (a bit late to the show lol) but if anyone hasnt watched it I highly recommend it. Its so good!

 

[SuperTimCahill]

Three episodes into Twin Peaks (the original series) now. Feared it would feel outdated, but it's just brilliant isn't it. And the soundtrack is among the best I've ever heard (my sister had it on cassette when I was a kid, so its great to hear some of the tracks I remember again).

I remember thinking this track was scary back then.. I guess it still is: