Brian Buckmire Reports: Weinstein Jurors Ask If They Can Be Hung on Counts 1 & 3

TL;DR

The Weinstein jury's deliberations have created suspense as they ask about hung counts and potential decisions on different charges.

Transcript

though folks welcome back to the law and crime Network I am Michael Bryant this is the afternoon session Paulino Terry is here Michael carbonic siz here we have one a few things to talk about today folks as you may have heard rumblings when Terry Austin was in this chair the Weinstein jury has been creating some interesting moments for the press an... Read More

Key Insights

• 🎵 The Weinstein jury's note about hung counts and decisions on different charges has created suspense.
• 🙈 The defense sees potential advantages in proceeding with a verdict, regardless of hung counts.
• ❓ Personal matters may affect the timing and progress of the jury's deliberations.
• 😂 Tea leaf reading and speculation may shed some light on the jury's leanings and frustrations.
• ❓ The expectation is that a verdict will likely be reached on Monday or early Tuesday.
• 🧘 Defense counsel anticipates and considers different jurors' positions during the proceedings.
• 👻 The judge's decision to allow continued deliberations despite a personal issue suggests flexibility in accommodating personal matters.

Questions & Answers

Q: What did the Weinstein jury ask in their note to the court?

The jury asked if they were hung on counts one and three but had a decision on the other three counts, could they go forward. This raised questions about possible guilty or not guilty decisions and the extent of the hung status.

Q: Why does the defense want to proceed with a verdict even if the jury is hung on some counts?

If Weinstein is acquitted of the lesser charges and hung on the top charges, the defense can argue that he cannot be found guilty of the more severe charges. Similarly, if he is convicted of the lower charges and hung on the others, there is a strong defense argument as well.

Q: Why did the judge allow the jury to continue deliberating despite the personal issue raised by one of the jurors?

The judge likely understood the importance of personal matters and the need to accommodate attorneys' personal obligations. It is not surprising that the judge allowed the jury to continue, considering the circumstances.

Q: Is there frustration among the jury members due to their requests for more material and being hung on certain issues?

It is challenging to determine the exact sentiments of the jury members, but it can be speculated that there may be frustration or matter-of-fact responses depending on their leanings towards the prosecution or defense. Head nods and side glances may provide insight into their perspectives.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The Weinstein jury has sent a note asking about being hung on counts one and three (predatory sexual assaults) while having a decision on the other three counts.

• The defense wants to proceed with a verdict even if the jury is hung on certain counts, as it could benefit their case. The prosecution, on the other hand, wants to continue deliberations.

• The judge has called the jury in for an Allen charge and allowed them to continue deliberating, despite a personal issue raised by one of the jurors.