NOT GUILTY MO - Savannah Leckie, 16, found deceased, Theodosia, 18 July 2017 * mom arrested*
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1 week past expected announcement, still no verdict in Ozark County murder trial
It’s been just over three weeks since the murder trial of an Ozark County woman accused of killing her daughter was handed over to Judge Calvin Holden in Springfield. Judge Holden was expected to announce his verdict
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Judge Holden was expected to announce his verdict on Rebecca Ruud July 15, but a week later, no ruling has been announced by the Greene County Circuit Court.
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Somewhat OT: Hubby has relatives in this area.
If you ever are in Springfield, Missouri, Cafe Cuzco is terrific!
Back on topic, somewhat: such unusual wording for a retirement reception announcement???
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OT I am from the area Commercial St use to be the not happening area unless you needed to get your drivers license. lol
I wonder what is taking so long for a verdict.
1746-CR02630 - ST V REBECCA M RUUD
[SIZE=5]@Niner[/SIZE] this is all I have found so far. I think a Verdict is coming!
| 07/26/2022 | Entry of Appearance Filed | ||
| Entry of Appearance and Withdrawal of Counsel; Electronic Filing Certificate of Service. Filed by AGA G Goodwin tas | |||
| Filed By: GREGORY MICHAEL GOODWIN |
[SIZE=5]@Niner[/SIZE] this is all I have found so far. I think a Verdict is coming!
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Geez... he sure is taking his time - did he forget?
The delay seems bizarre, but perhaps the delay is common in a Bench Trial. I found this:
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How long does it take a judge to make a decision on a bench trial?
Steven Haddock
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It can vary quite widely, but a few months is not out of the ordinary. A lot depends on the complexity of the case.
In a bench trial, the judge has to prepare written reasons (unlike a jury trial, where the jury just makes up its mind). In an easy case, this can run a few pages and might only take a couple of weeks. In a very complex case, it's not unheard of for a decision to run over 100 pages and take months to prepare.
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Well it depends on the case. If it is obvious that the accused has committed the crime, then it will most likely only take a few days.
However, if it is a complicated trial with lots of evidence presented by both sides of the case, then it will most likely take a few months for the judge to decide the outcome, as he judge cannot make a decision and then present it to the court. They have to come up with a report stating why the have decided the outcome they did. If they decide guilty, then they have to state why they have reached this conclusion and this report could be over 100 pages long and takes months, as they have to comment on the evidence presented and decide its relevance to the case.
Brad Jackson
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It varies widely. Some judges in state court, at least sometimes, rule immediately or almost immediately. And then I’ve known of judges sitting on their decision for over a year, although that is rare.
How long does it take a judge to make a decision on a bench trial?
Answer (1 of 5): As Ms. Ellis says, it can vary quite a bit. Perhaps my experience has been a bit out of the ordinary, but here are some examples of unusually quick or delayed rulings I have experienced. I had an uncontested disciplinary case (uncontested because the respondent lawyer had done a...
Steven Haddock
LL.B. degree, 25 years in litigation, administrative law, collections, bankrupty and professional regulationAuthor has 24.5K answers and 307.4M answer views7y
It can vary quite widely, but a few months is not out of the ordinary. A lot depends on the complexity of the case.
In a bench trial, the judge has to prepare written reasons (unlike a jury trial, where the jury just makes up its mind). In an easy case, this can run a few pages and might only take a couple of weeks. In a very complex case, it's not unheard of for a decision to run over 100 pages and take months to prepare.
Bryce Noble
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Well it depends on the case. If it is obvious that the accused has committed the crime, then it will most likely only take a few days.
However, if it is a complicated trial with lots of evidence presented by both sides of the case, then it will most likely take a few months for the judge to decide the outcome, as he judge cannot make a decision and then present it to the court. They have to come up with a report stating why the have decided the outcome they did. If they decide guilty, then they have to state why they have reached this conclusion and this report could be over 100 pages long and takes months, as they have to comment on the evidence presented and decide its relevance to the case.
Brad Jackson
JD in Law, SMU Dedman School of Law (Graduated 1989)Author has 83 answers and 92.3K answer views3y
It varies widely. Some judges in state court, at least sometimes, rule immediately or almost immediately. And then I’ve known of judges sitting on their decision for over a year, although that is rare.
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But he said he would have the verdict by July 15th... I guess he is looking forward to his going away party instead! 
I am sick to my stomach!
Circuit Judge Calvin Holden has found that Theodosia resident Rebecca Ruud is not guilty of first-degree murder, second-degree murder, abuse of a child, and tampering with evidence.
She was found guilty of only one charge, abandonment of a corpse. It is a class E felony with a maximum sentence of four years. Ruud has already served five years in pre-trial custody. It is unclear if she will be given credit for time served.
Sentencing is set for Sept. 15, in Greene County.
Holden took the case under advisement and studied the evidence for 29 days following Ruud’s June 27-30 trial. Ruud and her defense team chose to have a bench trial rather than a jury trial in the case, meaning Holden heard the evidence and deliberated instead of a jury of her peers.
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Circuit Judge Calvin Holden has found that Theodosia resident Rebecca Ruud is not guilty of first-degree murder, second-degree murder, abuse of a child, and tampering with evidence.
She was found guilty of only one charge, abandonment of a corpse. It is a class E felony with a maximum sentence of four years. Ruud has already served five years in pre-trial custody. It is unclear if she will be given credit for time served.
Sentencing is set for Sept. 15, in Greene County.
Holden took the case under advisement and studied the evidence for 29 days following Ruud’s June 27-30 trial. Ruud and her defense team chose to have a bench trial rather than a jury trial in the case, meaning Holden heard the evidence and deliberated instead of a jury of her peers.
Ruud found not guilty of murder, all other charges except abandonment of a corpse
Circuit Judge Calvin Holden has found that Theodosia resident Rebecca Ruud is not guilty of first-degree murder, second-degree murder, abuse of a child, and tampering with evidence.
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WHAT????? unbelievable.... 
1746-CR02630 - ST V REBECCA M RUUD
| 07/29/2022 | Sentencing Hearing Scheduled | ||
| Scheduled For: 09/15/2022; 9:30 AM ; CALVIN RAY HOLDEN; Taney | |||
| Sent Assessment Report Ordered | |||
| Order | |||
| VERDICT: "The court finds the defendant not guilty beyond the reasonable doubt on count one of the class A felony of murder in the first degree, count two class A felony of abuse or neglect of a child, count three the class A felony of murder in a second degree, count for the class E felony of tampering with physical evidence, but does find the defendant guilty of count five the class E felony of abandonment of a corpse. Court orders a SARS and set sentencing for 09/15/2022 at 9:30am." So Ordered: Judge Calvin R Holden/adp | |||
| Filed By: CALVIN RAY HOLDEN | |||
| THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 | |||||
| Judge/Commissioner | Time | Day | Setting | Event | |
| CALVIN RAY HOLDEN | 9:30 AM | 1 OF 1 | Sentencing Hearing | ||
| Event Text: Hearing to take place in Greene CO | Location: COURTROOM 4 Taney | ||||
| Address: 266 MAIN STREET PO BOX 129 FORSYTH MO |
How awful!! Jebus. I agree completely, 12 taxpayers likely would have a different conclusion. But then again we have all seen some bizarre juror verdicts. No need for me to name any. Wow. Retirement, indeed. Shame on him imo. Hope he does not get his desired post retirement gig. Jmo
How awful!! Jebus. I agree completely, 12 taxpayers likely would have a different conclusion. But then again we have all seen some bizarre jury verdicts. No need for me to name any. Wow. Retirement, indeed. Shame on him imo. Hope he does not get his desired post retirement gig. Jmo
Savannah was definitely in the wrong hands twice and she suffered immensely. We will never know what 12 people of her peers would have decided.
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