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Quote from: DaveBrown74 on June 30, 2022, 10:12:01 AMGreat stuff Ed, as usual, and thanks for sharing that video. I will be watching it later for sure.

The owl theory definitely "sounds crazy", but when it is really presented it does seem like enough to raise reasonable doubt. The fact that she had owl feathers/fibers on her person is huge IMO. Unless you think Peterson carefully put them there somehow, which seems far-fetched to me, then why were they there if she wasn't attacked? Again, it's enough to raise reasonable doubt, which is all they needed to do.

I agree that the blowpoke theory doesn't add up.

I also think the statement that Peterson's motive was that his wife found out about his gay life and flipped out, so he killed her, is highly speculative and there is no real evidence of that. It is a viable theory, but it is not fact and hence does not really contribute to proof beyond reasonable doubt.

Bottom line I agree this guy was sent to jail after not receiving a fair trial. And while he may have murdered his wife (I really don't know), there was enough reasonable doubt there for an acquittal in my opinion.

That's exactly how I see it, Dave.

Sorry, I've missed some of the questions here.

The reason for the documentary was the fact the filmmakers wanted to embed themselves in a case that gave a flavour of the US justice system. They wanted something to see something from start to finish.

In the beginning, I thought MP was guilty but as I worked through the documentary, I was no longer convinced. He didn't receive a fair trial - the science was basically junk and as ever, juries put a great deal of reliance on the expert witness. I was pleased when this was remedied.

In terms of his sexuality, I doubt she knew as Lenn suggests, but there's a chance she's okay with it. But again, I don't think that's too likely.

The more I think about the Owl Theory, the more I think it's plausible. It's crazy, right? I'm relatively well educated in Law (3 degrees) but I keep coming back to this preposterous idea that an owl was involved. I tracked down the creator of the theory and interviewed him last night. He walks through it in some detail here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9yxzO3FpsE

Rudolf doesn't think Michael did it. I've asked him both formally at events and personally over dinner. He is convinced of his innocence. I have to admit, I agree with him. The last interview I did (linked in an earlier post) he talks about the judge making mistakes about admitting the sexuality and Germany stuff. I think that's interesting.

I think if the Owl Theory was put in front of a jury, it would create reasonable doubt about the method of death because the blowpoke idea doesn't stack up. 

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Quote from: EDjohnst1981 on June 08, 2022, 02:13:47 PMAgree on the actors. Firth, in particular, nails his role really well.

What did you think of the outcome/process or do you want to wait until you

I have lots of thoughts. Some you might agree with some you might not. But I've never been so fascinated by a case in my life.

David was kind enough to comp me two tickets to an event he was speaking at in London. Even now, I'm still learning more about the case.

This is me and legend himself



 


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Quote from: DaveBrown74 on June 07, 2022, 02:53:59 PM
So I'm now done with the Netflix portion of this. Watched all 10 episodes of the documentary. I thought it was well done, though I would say it easily could have been half the length. I felt much of it was a bit drawn out and at times repetitive/circular (though still good overall).

I will be starting the HBO series soon, though probably not tonight given the Rangers are playing. I'm excited to watch this, as both Firth and Collette are top notch actors.

Agree on the actors. Firth, in particular, nails his role really well.

What did you think of the outcome/process or do you want to wait until you

this made me laugh.


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Quote from: DaveBrown74 on June 01, 2022, 08:27:53 AM
I banged out another episode of the Netflix doc. Into the trial now. Good stuff.

Even with a binge session this weekend it's going to take me another two weeks probably to get through both the documentary and the HBO show.

I'll be honest - right here right now (through 5 episodes), every bit of judgment I have is telling me this guy is guilty as sin. Obviously I won't rush to a conclusion there yet, but it sure looks that way to me now.

Looking forward to discussing it in when you

Quote from: LennG on May 31, 2022, 12:36:21 PM
We do not have HBO, does it make sense to partake in this?

If you

I

As some of you may know, I run a small Youtube channel that interviews criminal justice professionals to discuss issues in the system.

Yesterday, I interviewed David Rudolf, who was the lead defence lawyer in the Michael Peterson case which shot to fame in the Netflix documentary, The Staircase. The documentary has recently been dramatised by HBO and stars Colin Firth.

When watching the HBO show, there are a number of factual inaccuracies which David and I discuss. Please note - if you're not familiar with case, this interview will contain spoilers.

You can view the interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yokrgJBPHF8

Quote from: Jolly Blue Giant on May 19, 2022, 05:28:11 PM
No kidding...I did not know we had an author on this site. I've been trying to write a book, but struggle with many things...mostly a young girlfriend that gives me no peace and quiet so I can work, but I digress. What is your genre and have I read anything you've published?

My stuff is academic rather than anything else, all about criminal law.



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I liked it.

I thought it was sad that Ruth died too, I was expecting Marty to knock off Camilla.

I despised Wendy and her selfishness and ego throughout the season, I wanted to see the cartel get to her. But that

Quote from: Jolly Blue Giant on April 27, 2022, 11:21:49 PM
That one with Peter Sellers getting bit by the dog is hilarious. I remember laughing to tears years ago when I saw that scene the first time - and every time since!
"that is not my dog"...LMAO 

I love this is line. It

Quote from: T200 on April 14, 2022, 10:06:57 PM
Thanks fellas! It was really cool! I've watched it almost 20 times already lol

Happy birthday, that