Jacob Cole Kosky and Matthew Baker Jr Arraignment Part 2 04/11/17

TL;DR

At a pre-trial hearing, the judge discusses various procedural matters, including the arraignment and discovery, in a death penalty case.

Transcript

all right get my microphone turned off to Pi up first off there's nothing that's taken up outside the presence of your client in the death penalty case so if it's taken up it'll be taken up in this courtroom it have to do with the cameras I've reread the rule again I don't nobody has to give you notice of any approval prior to my approving cameras ... Read More

Key Insights

• 🧑‍⚖️ The judge emphasizes the need for proper procedures and adherence to the rules in death penalty cases, particularly regarding the presence of cameras in the courtroom.
• 👻 The district attorney serves the defense counsel with the notice of intent to seek the death penalty, allowing them to prepare their defense.
• 🗯️ The defense counsel affirm their qualifications and readiness to protect the defendant's rights and file necessary motions.

Questions & Answers

Q: Can cameras be present in the courtroom during the trial?

The judge clarifies that cameras can be present as long as permission is granted, either by the judge or according to the Supreme Court's rules.

Q: When were the defense counsel served with the notice of intent to seek the death penalty?

The district attorney served the defense counsel with the notice of intent on March 21st, 2017, and the amended notice on April 11th, 2017.

Q: What qualifications do the defense counsel possess?

The lead defense counsel has 23 years of criminal litigation experience, has tried multiple murder and death penalty cases, and has received specialized training in death penalty defense. The co-counsel also has criminal trial experience and training in death penalty cases.

Q: What is the purpose of the pre-trial hearing?

The pre-trial hearing addresses various procedural matters, including arraignment, discovery, motion filings, and challenges to the grand jury array and Traverse jury array.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The judge clarifies the rules regarding the presence of cameras in the courtroom, emphasizing that permission must be granted by the judge.

• The district attorney serves the defense counsel with the notice of intent to seek the death penalty, along with the amended notice containing aggravating circumstances.

• The defense counsel identifies their qualifications and experience in capital cases, affirming their readiness to file motions and protect the defendant's rights.

• The judge discusses the scheduling challenges due to multiple death penalty cases, requests a list of upcoming cases, and addresses arraignment and plea.