Casey Anthony's murder trial

[momcat]

Now that the case is with the jury, it will be interesting to see how long it will take them to reach a verdict. Several years ago, my Mom was a juror on a felony murder trial. It's important to remember that the jury didn't hear what we did outside of actual trial testimony.

The prosecution didn't present any solid evidence that Casey did kill Caylee but at the same time the defense didn't present any solid evidence that she didn't. Listening to closing arguments, I think the defense was able to raise reasonable doubt. Baez did well countering the prosection's main arguments.

Hung Jury?

[momoffuzzyfaces]

I'm the other way around. After listening to all closing arguments, the state cleared up any doubt I might have had. We will just have to wait and see.

[pomtzu]

The prosecution didn't present any solid evidence that Casey did kill Caylee but at the same time the defense didn't present any solid evidence that she didn't. Listening to closing arguments, I think the defense was able to raise reasonable doubt. Baez did well countering the prosection's main arguments.

Hung Jury?

I agree Eileen. The prosecution has to prove beyond a shadow of a doubt, that Casey killed Caylee. Way, way too much doubt, and credible doubt too, brought up by the defense. Gut feelings and suspicions and emotions just don't count. If I was on the jury, I couldn't say she positively did it, even tho in my gut, I feel that she did.
On the other hand, the defense has to prove nothing! The burden of proving anything rests with the prosecution, and they just didn't do it.
No way will she get 1st degree premeditated murder and the death penalty - 2nd degree probably with years of jail time. IMO of course.

[kaycountrygal]

The defense would not want me on the jury. I would find her GUILTY. It is very sad to see photos of that pretty sweet little child. Many people would have wanted her and loved her. I really believe Casey killed Caylee because she was in the way... cramping her party lifestyle. Can you imagine partying and getting a tatoo while your child is missing??? Beyond belief! I wouldnt be able to do anything if my DOG or CAT was missing, let alone a child. That Casey is a cold one.

I also think Casey has some mental problems or is disconnected or something wierd going on with her but still, I think she should be punished for killing Caylee. I doubt that she will get the death sentence but I hope she gets many many years in prison. I will be very upset and mad if she is found not guilty because imo she is guilty.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

I keep thinking of the Susan Smith case. It still haunts me that someone could drive a car into a lake with too small babies buckled in their car seats. And she did it on purpose because she thought the man she was chasing at the time wouldn't take her if she had them. Like he would want a murderer?

I had nightmares for weeks thinking of those babies crying for her, the one person in the entire world they trusted to keep them safe, to save them.

I really do think Casey will only do jail time. Even if she would be on death row, there would be years and years of appeals.

Just wonder if she will think the wonderful life will be worth all she may go through.

[Medusa]

I thought Baez did a decent job of defense and I was thinking that if I were on the jury, I'd have to find her not guilty by reasonable doubt. Not that I think she's not guilty, b/c I don't, but I felt there just wasn't enough evidence to convict her. However, when Jeff Ashton and Linda Drane Burdick came on w/their rebuttal, they brought back a lot that I had forgotten or hadn't heard b/c I missed some of the trial. Then I changed my mind. Guilty of murder one, IMO. The longer the jury is out, the better it is for her. I do think, though, that she'll be found guilty of a lesser charge and probably not do life. Who knows. This whole case has been a mystery to me.

[pomtzu]

I wonder what theatrics will be displayed by any or all of the Anthony family when the verdict is read? I'm certain the judge will warn against any displays, but I look for something anyway, in spite of what he says.

[Medusa]

This is something that's been bugging me: who does Casey's clothes? Who does the laundry, brings her clean clothes, shampoo and personal hygiene products, etc? She wears a different outfit each day so who is responsible for seeing to it that she's presentable, that she can take a shower, do her hair and makeup, etc?

[momcat]

I wonder what theatrics will be displayed by any or all of the Anthony family when the verdict is read? I'm certain the judge will warn against any displays, but I look for something anyway, in spite of what he says.

Now that you mention it, I'm wondering the same thing Ellie. I've been watching Casey these past few days and her expression never seems to change, I can't help but wonder what's going through her mind as the jury decides her fate.

There have been a lot of comparisons between this trial and OJ. I've noticed one big difference. Unlike Judge Ito, Judge Perry never lost control of the trial. He hasn't tolerated anything and has been pretty tough on both attorneys, he even said there may be sanctions against both after the trial. The Judge really came down on the spectator that gave the prosecutor half a peace sign.

Are George and Cindy there anywhere? I haven't seen either of them.