First time poster here and first, I would like to express my opinion that this is a great site that raises probing questions and provides for much needed information about this case.
Tricia, great job!!!
IMO, I believe, it is a great move not to file more serious charges and rush forward until the 'time is right' even if this means moving forward to trial with the current charges.
Why?
Just my opinion
Tricia, great job!!!
IMO, I believe, it is a great move not to file more serious charges and rush forward until the 'time is right' even if this means moving forward to trial with the current charges.
Why?
- Additional charges may be filed when / if a body is found OR as additional evidence is obtained. Also, the current charges could amount to a lot of jail time as they stand now. In addition, a trial on the current charges along may provide additional evidence to support more serious charges later on.
- The physiological effect (on the jury) of CA not testifying and giving details about where her daughter is and what happened if she is only charged (at this time) with the current charges would be very damaging! What mom wouldn't testify and tell her story while defending herself to the CURRENT charges of child neglect? WoW
- IF you toss in more serious charges such as murder / homicide (with current evidence) then a juror may be a little more sympatric on her right to remain silent while defending the more serious charges! However, EVERY mother must testify and defend herself against child neglect charges.
- Her story, explanation or spin of events obtained at trial either made directly or through her attorney will be part of public record which may support additional charges later on
Just my opinion