GUILTY NY - Leslie Neulander, 61, murdered, DeWitt, 17 Sept 2012 *doctor husband guilty in 2022* *appeal filed 2023*

[Zuri]

http://www.syracuse.com/crime/index..._to_know_before_before_the_battle_begins.html

 

[TigerBalm]

State brings professional misconduct charges against Dr. Robert Neulander
By Ken Sturtz | ksturtz@syracuse.com
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on May 21, 2015 at 10:25 PM, updated May 21, 2015 at 11:13 PM

Juror misconduct claim in Neulander murder trial is headed to hearing
By Ken Sturtz | ksturtz@syracuse.com
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on June 03, 2015 at 6:16 PM, updated June 03, 2015 at 7:09 PM

Dr. Neulander's lawyer: Juror's denial of misconduct actually proves bias
By Douglass Dowty | ddowty@syracuse.com
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on June 04, 2015 at 10:19 AM, updated June 04, 2015 at 11:40 AM

Dr. Neulander misconduct hearing delayed, juror's cell phone seized
By Douglass Dowty | ddowty@syracuse.com
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on June 09, 2015 at 9:44 AM, updated June 09, 2015 at 3:12 PM

Would Dr. Neulander's murder trial have been televised under new proposal?
By Douglass Dowty | ddowty@syracuse.com
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on June 16, 2015 at 11:49 AM, updated June 16, 2015 at 11:52 AM

Dateline NBC's show on Dr. Neulander murder will focus on influential family friend
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on June 17, 2015 at 12:33 PM, updated June 17, 2015 at 2:46 PM

Retired medical examiner criticizes current ME during Neulander primetime special
By Douglass Dowty | ddowty@syracuse.com
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on June 18, 2015 at 10:05 PM, updated June 19, 2015 at 12:27 PM

Dateline Full Episode SECRETS ON SHALIMAR WAY June 18 2015

[video=youtube;w7tEubpwNZU]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7tEubpwNZU[/video]

 

[cuffem]

I watched the 48 hrs. show on this and although I am not familiar with the case I feel Mr.Neulander was wrongly convicted and his wifes death was an accident.I feel the DA was reaching to make the evidence fit the crimescene.

 

[OkieGranny]

From July:

http://www.syracuse.com/crime/index...enced_to_state_prison_for_murdering_wife.html

Dr. Robert Neulander, 63, the prominent obstetrician-gynecologist, has been sentenced to 20 years to life in prison for murdering his wife, Leslie, in 2012.

 

[Chi83]

I feel terrible for the children, especially Jenna. Her anguished 911 call was one of the saddest things I have ever heard. She sounded like a young child calling for her mommy. Heartbreaking. I do believe this was the correct verdict though I have questions. I'm not understanding exactly when the attack happened. Jenna lived with them, was she home? If he was beating her so savagely wouldn't there be screaming, thumping and noise? Why didn't she hear? I heard the house was a mansion so maybe she was too far away to hear it. The part that bothered me most was the fact that this man was such a great doctor, yet his daughter had to tell him, "Dad, put her down! Her neck might be broken!" Sure, he may have been grief stricken and not thinking clearly but if your daughter is screaming and crying for you to stop, wouldn't you? Also as a physician, it seems he would have been able to recognize right away that she was too far gone to save. The logical explanation for this is what the prosecution said. He attacked her in the bedroom, she fought for her life, they ended up in the bathroom where he smashed her head into the bench. To cover it up he invented the slip and fall story, and he moved her because he knew she was dead, it didn't matter at that point. He needed to bring her back to the bedroom to attempt to explain the trail of blood.

 

[Jewels53]

Judge: No new trial for Neulander

A judge has determined that convicted murderer Robert Neulander will not have an opportunity for a new trial.

http://www.localsyr.com/news/judge-...al&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

 

[aadvice]

I've known the convicted for 30 years. I've see his temper. I've witnessed his rationalization of absurd behaviors and actions. He has always felt , due to his huge success as a doctor and enormous wealth that he was above everyone, and could do whatever he wanted. Leslie was divorcing him; her children were out of college and on their way to charmed lives due to her influence. The public persona of the doctor was created and enhanced by Leslie. That's why the general
public can't imagine how such a " nice guy" could have possibly done such an evil act to the very mother of his children and then duped on each of those very children as a cover up. No human could go lower. Many friendships post conviction have been destroyed by those of differing opinions. Friends for decades have been ostracized and thrown to the curb for believing the facts of this case versus the defenses baseless declarations.

It is my hope that this individual convict passes away quietly in prison and has the ultimate trial and sentencing by God.

The living survivors of this mess have no mercy, hopefully for him his God will.

 

[JusticeWillBeServed]

Robert Neulander's appeal in his wife's murder goes to next stage -- in October

Robert Neulander's appeal of his murder conviction in his wife's September 2012 death is headed to a panel of appellate judges in Rochester.

If it seems like this case has already been appealed, that's true in a sense.

Neulander first appealed a jury's 2015 jury verdict to the trial judge, Thomas J. Miller, over concerns that a juror was influenced by friends and family. When that failed, he argued to Miller that his trial lawyer, Edward Z. Menkin, didn't do a good enough job.

Those appeals were denied by Miller, the last time in June 2016. That set in motion the traditional appeals process -- which includes arguments before a panel of typically five judges in Rochester.

Last week, Neulander's appellate lawyer, Gerald Shargel, filed arguments with the court in Rochester. Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick will now have a chance to respond in writing.

Most of the legal wrangling in appellate court happens via dueling paperwork. And except in the rarest of circumstances, the appellate court does not second-guess a jury's verdict. Instead, it focuses on problems with the trial process, which could include issues involving the jury or Neulander's trial lawyer.

Both sides will have their day in court sometime in October, though an exact date hasn't been set yet. And it could be months after that before the court rules.

Robert Neulander hires 3rd high-powered lawyer for appeal in wife's 2012 death

Robert Neulander went to his murder trial in his wife's 2012 death with noted Syracuse defense lawyer Edward Z. Menkin.

He next hired New York City lawyer Gerald Shargel to argue his first appeal.

Shargel, known for his defense of crime bosses and politicians, was unable to convince local Judge Thomas J. Miller to overturn the verdict in a trial he presided over.

For the next round of appeals, Neulander has turned to another high-powered NYC lawyer, Alexandra Shapiro.

Shapiro and Shargel worked together on an appeal late last year directly related to Miller's refusal to set aside the jury's verdict.

And now, Shapiro is taking over Neulander's overall appeal of his conviction in the September 2012 death of his wife, Leslie, in their DeWitt mansion. Neulander was convicted of killing her and trying to cover it up as a slip-and-fall in the shower.

The two appeals in Neulander's case have now been combined and Shapiro will argue on Neulander's behalf in October before a five-judge panel in Rochester.

 

[YESorNO]

Split appellate court overturns Dr. Robert Neulander conviction in wife's 2012 death

"...The appellate court, split 3-2, ordered a new trial. It was not immediately clear if the appeal will go to the state's highest court....

As it stands now, Neulander will be returned to Syracuse for a retrial....

...the Rochester appellate court today ordered a new trial. The decision was released shortly after 3 p.m.

The appellate court ruled the trial judge Thomas J. Miller incorrectly affirmed the guilty verdict despite admitted juror misconduct.

The juror admitted receiving biased texts from family and friends during the trial. Miller had ruled that the juror's conduct was improper, but her heart was in the right place and she was not biased.

The appellate court disagreed. The majority noted that the juror would have never been picked for the panel had the misconduct been discovered during jury selection...."

Split appellate court overturns Dr. Robert Neulander conviction in wife's 2012 death
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Read the entire decision granting Robert Neulander a new murder trial

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Read the entire decision granting Robert Neulander a new murder trial

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Appellate court votes 3-2 to overturn Robert Neulander's murder conviction | Prejudice (Legal Term) | Verdict
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[YESorNO]

DA Fitzpatrick: 'Stunned' by Neulander's new trial; defends juror and vows appeal

"Syracuse, NY -- Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick said this morning he was "stunned" by an appellate court's decision to grant Robert Neulander a new trial.

But the DA vowed to ask the state's highest court to affirm Neulander's 2015 murder verdict in the 2012 death of his wife, Leslie, inside their DeWitt mansion. And if that fails, Fitzpatrick confirmed that he would do the mega-trial all over again.

The public cost to retry the case? $100,000, the DA estimated...."

DA Fitzpatrick: 'Stunned' by Neulander's new trial; defends juror and vows appeal

(Neulander murder trial juror Johnna Lorraine leaves court in July 2015 after a misconduct hearing. An appellate court ruled that Robert Neulander should get a new trial based on her misconduct.)
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"Days after Robert Neulander's guilty verdict was overturned, Gomez & Lisa are joined on the phone by Onondaga County DA Bill Fitzpatrick."

Listen to the whole interview on TK99's Gomez and Lisa show.
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[YESorNO]

Bail hearing to be held for Robert Neulander on Monday

July 2nd 2018

"SYRACUSE, N.Y. — A bail hearing will be held Monday, July 9, for Robert Neulander, the former doctor accused of killing his wife in 2012.
The hearing is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. in Judge Thomas Miller's court in Onondaga County, according to District Attorney William Fitzpatrick...."

Bail hearing to be held for Robert Neulander on Monday
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Why Neulander's overturned verdict does not mean he's innocent; bail hearing set

Updated Jul 3; Posted Jul 3

"...There's a very good chance that Neulander, who remained free on $100,000 bail before trial -- and did everything asked of him -- will get a bail that he can afford to make. The amount will be up to Miller.

But despite an appellate court's ruling that Neulander should get a new trial, the judges far from exonerated him of his wife's 2012 death.

In fact, the judges unanimously upheld the jury's verdict as being supported by the evidence.

So what does that mean?..."

Why Neulander's overturned verdict does not mean he's innocent; bail hearing set
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[YESorNO]

Robert Neulander moved to Onondaga County Justice Center ahead of bail hearing (with clip)

Jul 06, 2018

"...Neulander, who has been at the Elmira Correctional Facility since his 2015 conviction, is now lodged at the Onondaga County Justice Center.

He will be having a bail hearing on Monday....

Defense Attorney Ed Menkin - who represented Neulander during the trial - noted that it's very rare for jury misconduct to overturn a conviction, but that it has become more common with the advent of social media.

The District Attorney's office is considering appealing the decision to the state's highest court...."

Robert Neulander moved to Onondaga County Justice Center ahead of bail hearing
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[Niner]

Monday, July 9th:
*Bail Hearing (@ 9:30am ET) – NY – Leslie Neulander (61) (Sept. 17, 2012) – Dr. Robert Neulander (63/now 66) (husband) found guilty (4/2/15) of 2nd degree murder & tampering with evidence. Sentenced (7/30/15) to 20 years to life in prison. Wins appeal (6/29/18) for new trial re juror (#12) misconduct.

 

[YESorNO]

Lisa Spitz‏Verified account @LisaSpitzNews 7h7 hours ago
It was one of the most high profile murder cases in the history of Onondaga County. Today Robert Neulander will be in court for a bail hearing and could be released as he waits for a new trial. His 2015 murder conviction was thrown out by an appellate court. Stay w/ @CNYcentral!


Michael Benny‏Verified account @MichaelBenny 7h7 hours ago
Attorney for Robert Neulander makes argument for bail. Says he has health issues - needs his family and dialysis.


CNYCentral‏Verified account @CNYcentral 6h6 hours ago
#BREAKING: Judge sets bail at $1 million cash for Robert Neulander

Michael Benny‏Verified account @MichaelBenny 6h6 hours ago
Robert Neulander’s son Ari let out an audible “yessss” when judge revealed bail decision. Judge shot a glance that told entire court how he felt.


Iris St. Meran‏ @IrisOnTV 5h5 hours ago
A judge sets Robert Neulander's bail at $1 million cash/$2 million bond. Conditions: He has to surrender his passport, he can't leave Onondaga Co. w/out prior written permission & GPS monitoring is required

mary kielar‏ @marykielarCNY 4h4 hours ago
Staking-out at Onondaga Co. Justice Center waiting to see if Robert Neulander comes out. @CNYcentral – at Onondaga County Justice Center

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[YESorNO]

mary kielar‏ @marykielarCNY 6h6 hours ago
BREAKING: 1 million dollar cash 2 million dollar bond for convicted murderer Dr. Robert Nuelander. His attorney Kimberly Zimmer says he just wants “to be with his children and grandchildren.” @CNYcentral

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[YESorNO]

Judge sets bail at $1 million cash, $2 million bond for Robert Neulander (with clip)

Monday, July 9th 2018

"...Neulander's attorney cited Neulander's health issues as he requested bail, saying his client needed his family and dialysis. Prosecutors argued the evidence against Neulander is strong and the strength of the people's case against him makes Neulander a flight risk. Neulander's defense argued he has no ability to flee and has never failed to appear before a court...."

Judge sets bail at $1 million cash, $2 million bond for Robert Neulander
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[Niner]

Any "new" hearing dates? I didn't see any in the articles that I could read...
Couldn't get into Onondaga County records.

TIA!

 

[YESorNO]

Is Neulander ill? Did Jenna commit perjury? How rich is he? 5 things debated in court

Jul 9, 2018

"...Along the way today, several interesting debates were aired in court:...

He's due back in court Oct. 9 for an update into whether the Court of Appeals will hear the case. If not, the case will then be scheduled for a new trial. If so, it could be many months -- or years -- before the high court makes a ruling."

Is Neulander ill? Did Jenna commit perjury? How rich is he? 5 things debated in court
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[YESorNO]

Not enough money? Robert Neulander still jailed 2 days after $1 million bail set

Jul 11, 2018

"Syracuse, NY -- It's been two days now since a County Court judge set $1 million cash bail for Robert Neulander, the former DeWitt doctor who was just granted a new murder trial in his wife's 2012 death.

Neulander, 67, is still in custody this afternoon in the downtown Syracuse jail...."

The Onondaga County District Attorney's Office is appealing a ruling that overturned the jury's guilty verdict based on juror misconduct.

If the ruling stands, a new trial is scheduled for Feb. 11, 2019."

Not enough money? Robert Neulander still jailed 2 days after $1 million bail set
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[YESorNO]

Robert Neulander's son brought $1 million to bail him out on murder charge

Jul 13, 2018

"Syracuse, NY -- Robert Neulander's son, Ari, was at the Onondaga County jail early this morning.

He apparently came bearing a bank check worth $1 million.

That's the amount of cash needed to bail out his dad as he awaits a new murder trial set for early 2019...."

Robert Neulander's son brought $1 million to bail him out on murder charge

(Robert Neulander [middle] walks out of jail at 3 p.m. July 13 with his son, Ari, (right) as media throngs them.)
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