Conrad Murray Documentary: Just Sealed The Maximum Sentence For Dr. Murray
The recently aired MSNBC documentary, Michael Jackson and The Doctor: A Fatal Friendship, just sealed Dr. Conrad Murrays fate. Judge Pastor is not a judge to be played. 4 years, Dr. Murray, forthwith.
No remorse. Arrogance. Blaming the victim. Betrayed by Michael. Michael died at his own hands. These are just some of the highlights, Dr. Murray had an excuse for everything. Apparently, the filming took place over the last 2 years and the documentary included interviews with Dr. Murray, strategy sessions with the defense attorneys, even their arguments, defense discussions with Dr. Propofol White, and even filming Dr. Murray in prayer.
Filming before and during the trial was an unusual move. A dangerous move and a big mistake, in my book.
What was the defense thinking?
Dr. Murray is awaiting sentencing and possibly an appeal. Did they think Judge Pastor or the prosecution would be swayed by Dr. Murrays words? Theyll be swayed, alright, to put him away for as long as possible. And, with that documentary, the prosecution has hardly a need to utter a word at the sentencing on November 29th.
Clearly, Dr. Murray doesnt get it. Hell never admit any responsibility. Michael was my friend, he claimed repeatedly. Even Dr. Murrays own prayer sessions revealed Dr. Murrays belief that he is a victim, further evidence of a serious disconnect with reality.
How is the documentary in Dr. Murrays best interest? How is it at all helpful to mitigate Murrays sentence?
And, to waive confidentiality and privilege when they allowed a third-party, MSNBC, to make a recording, while a trial and verdict were pending. Who does that? Not to mention, had the prosecution known about Murrays statements, the film crew could have been witnesses at the trial.
Unethical? Unprofessional? Professionally embarrassing? Frankly, I wouldnt be surprised if Judge Pastor sets a contempt hearing and sanctions for the defense, possible discovery violations? Certainly, plenty of explaining to do. The Defense has really stepped in it.
No doubt, the California State Bar will weigh in, too. Maybe, its time to remind lawyers of what not to do.
In case you missed the documentary, no worries, it will be played at sentencing on Nov. 29, 2011 if not sooner.
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