SoCalSleuth
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Thank you AZ!!!
I've perseverated over this ALL day to the point of transcribing a VERY detailed post of all the expressions/emotions that I observed today. I think I've finally developed a possible scenario but need some expert opinions to even semi-validate it's potential.
HHJB asked the DT to explain their defense to him... which led to the DT having some serious discussions.
The DT & even ICA appeared to be surprised by CM requesting the sidebar (add to that it would not be recorded - perhaps because no one was expecting it and nothing was decided). I've read that CM was heard laughing but also yelling during one of the closed door sessions. Going on the assumption that CM "yelling" was indeed factual...
Is it possible during their first "all employee DT meeting w/ ICA" before court began... CM wanted to change the theory of Defense since they would most likely be unable to substantiate the molestation & incest allegations but everyone else objected... which led CM (in good conscience as effective counsel) to raise his concern to the judge and essentially force the other DT members to hash it out with the judge?
I would expect that would cause ALOT of fireworks and a major inconvenience to the court... sooo... is it plausible or would CM bite his tongue and just let the chips fall where they land?
Changing the theory of the defense would not support an ex parte conference with the judge and ICA. They can change the theory of defense all they want at any time they want.