Defense Lawyer Objects to Testimony of Genie Expert
He argued that if the genie’s testimony was coming in, the court should at least hear it first-hand.
Crime and Punishment
Strange Doings in Colorado
From the police blotter for Highland Ranch/Lone Tree, Colorado: A little further down, there's a report of an apparent burglary — though no money was taken — at a "Cheeburger Cheeburger" restaurant. Coincidence? The same list includes the reported theft…
Cross That One Off the List
According to the Butte Montana Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Butte area "abounds with outdoor recreation opportunities." It probably does, but apparently it's still possible to get bored there. The Montana Standard reports that a 55-year-old man was charged this week…
Second Zamboni DWI Reported
The Smoking Gun reports that a 34-year-old arena employee was arrested Monday night in Minnesota for driving while intoxicated. Witnesses reported the man was driving erratically, which responding officers confirmed when they saw him “struggling to maneuver” his vehicle. And…
Balloon Stolen
Have you no sense of decency, Minnesota balloon thieves? At long last, have you left no sense of decency? A smiley-face balloon, no less. Not since someone stole two bags of juggling equipment and a unicycle during the 2006 Flatland…
If Pajamas Are Outlawed, Only Outlaws Will Wear Pajamas
I guess that slogan does work better for guns, probably because that's something people might conceivably care about. At least, until recently it honestly hadn't occurred to me that the wearing of pajamas, even in public, could cause any controversy….
News Team Not Allowed to Film in Courtroom; Turns to Puppetry Instead
I guess if they aren't going to allow cameras in the courtroom — and sketches are just too boring — the only alternative is to reenact the day's testimony using hand puppets. That's what Channel 19 in Akron, Ohio, is…
Have You Been Offered a Tortoise in Unusual Circumstances?
If so, please contact the British Transport Police, who are looking for two hibernating tortoises that were in the trunk of a green Mazda 325 that was stolen on Saturday. “As well as being valuable,” said Constable Kristene Mikkonen, “the…
Guys, No Dealing Drugs at the Office—I’m Trying to Run a Ponzi Scheme Here
Lots of entertainment value in Scott Rothstein’s deposition transcript.
Feinstein Bill a Great Step Forward for the Illusion of Civil Rights
While most people were getting ready for New Year's, President Obama was happily signing the National Defense Authorization Act (as Jonathan Turley discusses here). As you may recall, the NDAA contains a hilarious provision that requires anyone accused of terrorism to be detained…