Interesting case. Its great to see that it all worked out well for Skid.
Every time that P'dex spoke during court, I kept having a mental image of the bass player in the video Peter posted. He certainly was 'animated' (at one point the Judge told him to stop banging his pad on the table). Some of the folks who have been to multiple trials indicated later that he had 'calmed down' considerably! DOH! The way he was huffing and puffing while User was questioning people, I can't imagine his earlier antics.
As the judge gave his decision I was watching the sheriff. Based on his reaction it seemed clear that he was not happy with the verdict. He shook his head a bit, and wiped his forehead, looking down towards the floor. (In the parking lot as he was leaving he was probably kicking rocks like a little kid too... but that part is just speculation :uhoh:... )
I did find it somewhat 'odd' that the sheriff, who was a party/witness/'involved' in the case.... would place himself up by the bench, and actually behind the bench beside the judge for the latter parts of the trial (after the sheriff had testified). I understand that his office has obligations to the court (bailiff), but for most of the trial, at least one other deputy was present in the courtroom (at times there were numerous deputies). It just seemed weird to see him testify, then place himself in front of the court in that manner. Maybe it was just perception on my part..... who knows.
As mentioned earlier, it was interesting that the judge stated that 'OC'ing was permitted, and arguing with someone while OC'ing was also permitted' (paraphrasing).
Overall a fascinating day. I really had a hard time predicting the outcome of the case (thats probably the way it should be...), and probably didn't agree with all the judges comments..... but Not Guilty is Not Guilty!
Congrats again Skid! Hopefully someone posts a pic of you in the shirt... so I can show the wife.
Every time that P'dex spoke during court, I kept having a mental image of the bass player in the video Peter posted. He certainly was 'animated' (at one point the Judge told him to stop banging his pad on the table). Some of the folks who have been to multiple trials indicated later that he had 'calmed down' considerably! DOH! The way he was huffing and puffing while User was questioning people, I can't imagine his earlier antics.
As the judge gave his decision I was watching the sheriff. Based on his reaction it seemed clear that he was not happy with the verdict. He shook his head a bit, and wiped his forehead, looking down towards the floor. (In the parking lot as he was leaving he was probably kicking rocks like a little kid too... but that part is just speculation :uhoh:... )
I did find it somewhat 'odd' that the sheriff, who was a party/witness/'involved' in the case.... would place himself up by the bench, and actually behind the bench beside the judge for the latter parts of the trial (after the sheriff had testified). I understand that his office has obligations to the court (bailiff), but for most of the trial, at least one other deputy was present in the courtroom (at times there were numerous deputies). It just seemed weird to see him testify, then place himself in front of the court in that manner. Maybe it was just perception on my part..... who knows.
As mentioned earlier, it was interesting that the judge stated that 'OC'ing was permitted, and arguing with someone while OC'ing was also permitted' (paraphrasing).
Overall a fascinating day. I really had a hard time predicting the outcome of the case (thats probably the way it should be...), and probably didn't agree with all the judges comments..... but Not Guilty is Not Guilty!
Congrats again Skid! Hopefully someone posts a pic of you in the shirt... so I can show the wife.
