SonnyRules Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Not much new here. Let's wait and see what happens Friday. Can't wait to see these thugs get what's coming to them. Link: http://www.att.net/s/editorial.dll?pnum=1&bfromind=7408&eeid=5592493&_sitecat=1526&dcatid=0&eetype=article&render=y&ac=-2&ck=&ch=sp&rg=blsadstrgt&_lid=332&_lnm=tg+sp+topnews Published: 12/19/07, 6:05 PM EDT MIAMI (AP) - Four suspects accused in the killing of Redskins Pro Bowl safety Sean Taylor have filed written not guilty pleas to first-degree felony murder and armed burglary charges. The filing of a written plea usually means defendants do not appear in person at an arraignment, said Ed Griffith, spokesman for State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle. The arraignment hearing in the case is set for Friday. The four suspects from the Fort Myers area are charged with breaking into Taylor's Miami home Nov. 26 and shooting him during a confrontation in his bedroom. Taylor, who grew up in this area and played at the University of Miami before being drafted by the Redskins, died the next day at age 24. Jailed without bond in the case are Eric Rivera Jr., 17; Charles Wardlow, 18; Jason Mitchell, 19; and Venjah Hunte, 20. Their written not guilty pleas were filed last week, according to court records. At least two of the defendants have confessed to taking part in the attempted burglary and a grand jury indictment identified Rivera as the one who shot Taylor. Taylor, an All-American at Miami, was selected posthumously on Tuesday to the 2008 Pro Bowl, recognizing him as the NFC's top free safety in balloting by coaches, players and fans. Taylor was at home in Miami instead of with the Redskins the night of the burglary because he was nursing a knee injury. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soup Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Not guilty? why would they go and do that. I'd plead guilty and not have to face the death penalty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d0ublestr0ker0ll Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 The only thing they're not guilty of is being not guilty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wysknz1 Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 They confessed and then plead not quilty? I know it's what all lawyers have thier clients do, but... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InsaneBoost Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Doesn't surprise me, I bet they think they did nothing wrong too. I hope they get the book thrown at them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCS Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Guess the lawyers,(as of now), would rather gamble in a trial. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tastes Like Chicken Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 How do you confess to a crime and then plead not guilty? It's like when my 4 yr old swears up and down that he didn't eat the cookie, while the crumbs are still falling out of his mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longbomb Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Doesn't surprise me, I bet they think they did nothing wrong too.I hope they get the book thrown at them. Yeah, why not throw the Black's or Ballentine's Law dictionaries at them or Al Saunder's playbook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinned Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Could they be pleading not guilty to the murder charge only? I could see all 3 except Rivera try to get out of the murder charge, and perhaps hope for just the burglary charge. Though, not being a lawyer, I don't exactly know how these things work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gart Monk Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 I say bring them to FED EX Field on Dec 30th, throw them into the middle of the field during half time and let the team do whatever they want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D'KanSkinFan Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Could they be pleading not guilty to the murder charge only? I could see all 3 except Rivera try to get out of the murder charge, and perhaps hope for just the burglary charge. Though, not being a lawyer, I don't exactly know how these things work. What constitutes premediated and accidental murder law definitions differs in states; therefore, we might need a Flordia attorney to give us the "scoop". But "NOT GUILTY"? :doh: - Attorney advice I am sure :mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21dave Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 I'm really surprised at this...I imainge this is a step in what will end up in a plea deal. PS Gart Monk - Sammy Baugh is still of this world I believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D'KanSkinFan Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 I say bring them to FED EX Field on Dec 30th, throw them into the middle of the field during half time and let the team do whatever they want. You think?! I wonder what 90,000+ FANS would have to say about their appearance:( - something tells me that wouldn't be pretty for National Television to see. Just look at the stir over a dude on the field at the Bears game:D - still laughing about that one:laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnhay Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 How do you confess to a crime and then plead not guilty?It's like when my 4 yr old swears up and down that he didn't eat the cookie, while the crumbs are still falling out of his mouth. Confessing doesn't mean much if it's not in court. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CM916 Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 You gotta love a legal system that allows you to turn yourself in for a crime, confess, and then plead not guilty.:doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cognizant Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Guess the lawyers,(as of now), would rather gamble in a trial. Free pub. You know how much this kind of publicity would cost? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playboy1972 Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 I told you that bumbling stumbling police detective came out with all the evidence and said up front that he didn't think they meant to hurt Sean Taylor. He can't take that back, so I wouldn't be surprised if they are forced to changed the charges to something like 2nd degree murder for only the shooter and the others either get small time or none at all. IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonOfWashington Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 I say bring them to FED EX Field on Dec 30th, throw them into the middle of the field during half time and let the team do whatever they want.That wouldn't even be enough. Though fun to watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWFLSkins Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 I told you that bumbling stumbling police detective came out with all the evidence and said up front that he didn't think they meant to hurt Sean Taylor. He can't take that back, so I wouldn't be surprised if they are forced to changed the charges to something like 2nd degree murder for only the shooter and the others either get small time or none at all. IMO. _____________________ Whoa there, just because a detective made that comment means nothing. And just because you did'nt intend to kill someone and they die in the commision of a felony does not let you off the hook for the charge of murder. Don't fret, these guys are not going to skip through the system. Florida has very strick laws when guns are used, a miminum of 10 years just for having one at the scene of a crime(felony). Let alone someone was killed in their own home in what is a botched robbery, that turns into a home invasion when their are occupents there. There is some hope to separate the clients at this pointby the defense attorneys, but don't think that one of those guys are going to walk free and clear. The one who flips on the others will still serve time and with Taylors father being a chief of police in the area, the flipper won't go lightly. In fact I bet three of the four are heading for the long ride, with the shooter getting life without parole. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playboy1972 Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 _____________________Whoa there, just because a detective made that comment means nothing. And just because you did'nt intend to kill someone and they die in the commision of a felony does not let you off the hook for the charge of murder. Don't fret, these guys are not going to skip through the system. Florida has very strick laws when guns are used, a miminum of 10 years just for having one at the scene of a crime(felony). Let alone someone was killed in their own home in what is a botched robbery, that turns into a home invasion when their are occupents there. There is some hope to separate the clients at this pointby the defense attorneys, but don't think that one of those guys are going to walk free and clear. The one who flips on the others will still serve time and with Taylors father being a chief of police in the area, the flipper won't go lightly. In fact I bet three of the four are heading for the long ride, with the shooter getting life without parole. I hope your right. I just don't have much faith in the justice system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFKFedEx Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Very interested to see how this will play out. Can't help but think that if ST had been a lower profile victim, the court appointed attys. would not have a lengthy trial at the expense of tax payer dollars as an option after confessions from the accused. But in a democracy, lawyers will take any case for which they think will bring a name to themselves, regardless of cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hiro Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 I can't see it happening, but I swear if these kids get a light sentence, I will have completely, TRULY lost faith in the justice system! :mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiley's "rootin" Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Thats typical, in hopes of a plea deal before trial. With the confessions the prosacutor will never offer a deal. Dont worry, these punks will never walk free again and will be very lucky if they are not murderd in prison within 2 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracelander Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 If they are released i'd love to see good 'ol Paul Kersey pay a visit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DallasBlowsBig Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Justice will be served, they'll either die in the electric chair, die in prison, or the streets will take care of them. Justice will be served Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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