Public Appearances and Events
Minnesota Criminal Defense Attorney Jack Rice has spent decades in the legal trenches and is frequently called upon to explain how the system works to media outlets across Minnesota and the planet including The New York Times, Reuters, Star Tribune, Pioneer Press, Univision, CNN, BBC, Newsweek, CBC, NBC Nightly, MSNBC, CNBC, CBS, Court TV, Wall Street Journal, Times of London, Fox News, Al Jazeera, Kare 11, WCCO, KSTP, NPR, MPR, AM950 & more.
Jack Appears on Court TV to talk Cross Examination and the Depp/Heard Trial
“Be Brief. Be Brilliant. Her Seated.” Cross examination is about declarative statements, one fact at a time. This is about the Attorney testifying, not the person they are cross examining on the stand. You aren’t fighting. You are controlling.
Jack Rice appears on Court TV on 5/23/22 to discuss cross examination and how you handle a difficult witness. Considering the massive egos in the courtroom in the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard case, this is no small feat. However, this is necessary.
Jack Rice is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist, former prosecutor, former U.S. Federal Officer and Founder of Jack Rice Defense. Contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.
How Much Can a Co-Defendant Hurt Your Case - Court TV
Many things can hurt you in a criminal jury trial in Minnesota. Sometimes it is forensic evidence. Sometimes, it is statements that you yourself gave. One piece of evidence that should never be forgotten is that power of co-defendant testimony. The power of a co-defendant’s testimony to sink your case cannot be overestimated. This is especially true if the State can convince your co-defendant to flip on you. In other words, the impact of the co-defendant testifying against you in return for a plea deal from the State has the potential to be catastrophic.
Jack Rice appears on Court TV on 3/14/22 to discuss criminal law, criminal charges and the power of co-defendants in jury trials. Jack’s experience in this area comes from working in criminal courtrooms for decades.
If you are facing serious criminal charges in the Twin Cities or anywhere in Minnesota, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney. Jack Rice is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist, a former prosecutor, a former U.S. Federal Agent and the Founder of Jack Rice Defense. Contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.
A Closer Look at Alec Baldwin's Responsibility on "Rust" Set - Video on Court TV
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Alec Baldwin stars in and is the executive producer of a movie in which a camera woman was accidentally shot dead. The real question is responsibility. St. Paul based criminal defense attorney appears on Court TV on 12/17/21 to discuss whether Alec Baldwin could be facing legal trouble based upon what he knew at the time.
If you are facing serious criminal charges in St. Paul or anywhere else across Minnesota, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney. Jack Rice Defense, based in St. Paul, Minnesota, can sit down with you for a free confidential consultation. You can also call Jack Rice Defense at 651-447—7650 or 612-227-1339.
On Court TV, Minnesota Criminal Defense Attorney on How to Make a Theme for a Criminal Jury Trial - Video
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In order for a jury to make sense of a lot of evidence that comes at them quickly, its critical to establish a theme that runs through the entire case. Think of it like a tree that you can hang everything on. St. Paul Criminal Defense Attorney, Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist, and Trial Law Trainer on how this is done. Jack appears on Court TV on 12/7/21.
If you are facing DWI charges, domestic assault charges, rape or murder conduct charges, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney. Jack Rice is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist and experienced criminal defense attorney. Contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.
On Court TV, Minnesota Criminal Defense Attorney on Motive and Credibility of Witnesses in Criminal Jury Trials- Video
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St. Paul based criminal defense attorney Jack Rice appears on Court TV on 12/7/21 to discuss the credibility of the State's witnesses in criminal jury trials. It is about more than what those witnesses say and the inconsistencies of their stories. Sometimes, it is about who they are as people and what motives and experiences drive them. Just because their stories hang together doesn't mean that the story isn't a total lie.
Effective representation in a criminal case takes years of experience, training, passion and talent. Jack Rice is a former prosecutor, a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist and a criminal defense attorney with more than 20 years of experience. Contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.
When You Have a Jury Trial, Do You Have the Right to a Jury of Your Peers? Court TV Appearance
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We have heard to the phrase "jury of your peers" many time. The idea that people who look like you should be sitting in judgment of you if you have a trial. Unfortunately, it isn't true. You don't have the right to somebody who looks like you. However, legitimacy is critical in trials and so is fairness. The Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution says that “the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury.” Jack Rice, a St. Paul based criminal defense attorney appears on Court TV on 11/16/21 to talk about why it matters so much. https://www.jackricelaw.com
When Juries Deliberate for a Long Time, is it Good for the Prosecution of the Defense? Court TV
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Jack appears on Court TV to discuss the Rittenhouse case as the jury was out. Jack predicted that Rittenhouse would be found guilty primarily because of some of the pretrial rulings . Jack Rice is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist, former prosecutor and an experienced criminal defense attorney. He has tried countless cases and has been on both sides on this issue. https://www.jackricelaw.com
Jack Appears on KGO San Francisco to Talk Threading the Criminal Sentencing Needle
Derek Chauvin was sentenced in a Minneapolis courtroom with 270 months to serve. With good time, this will be 15 years. This doesn’t even count the time he may face if convicted in a federal courtroom for an additional slue of charges.
Defending somebody at sentencing in a criminal case is a little like threading a needle and is also somewhat counterintuitive. Consider, if you are planning an appeal, what is it that you can admit to? Further, what should your client admit to in the even that they choose to speak. At the same time, there is the balance between trying to say that your client accepts responsibility on the one hand but also a good person on the other hand. If you find resolution short of trial, embrace that bad may actually be the only way forward. However, how do you embrace it?
Jack appears on KGO in San Francisco to discuss the Chauvin verdict and the threading of the sentencing needle. Jack Rice is the founder of Jack Rice Defense, is a former prosecutor and a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist. If you are being investigator for or have been charged with a crime, call Jack for a free confidential consultation.
Jack Appears on Times of London Radio to Discuss Criminal Sentencings and the Chauvin Trial
Sentencings are one of the most important aspects of criminal defense representation. This is actually where the rubber meets the road. While this is obviously true if your lawyer is able to contest and negotiate settlement prior to sentencing, it is sometimes more true if you go to trial and are found guilty of any or all of the charges. Now let’s imagine having this happen in the highest profile criminal case in a generation - the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Derek Chauvin was convicted of 2nd degree “felony” murder, 3rd degree murder and manslaughter. According to the sentencing guidelines, he is likely looking at 150 months to serve. The Attorney General’s office is seeking an upward departure. In fact they are look for 30 years to serve. This is based upon something in Minnesota called special circumstances.
While Jack has represented thousands of clients across the state of Minnesota, every case is important. Sometimes, it is about charges. Sometimes it is about time - jail or prison. Sometimes it is about conditions of probation or length of probation. The list goes on and on.
Jack will appear on Times of London Radio to discuss the trial, the sentencing and what to expect from both the defense and prosecution in this case here in Minnesota. Jack is the founder of Jack Rice Defense, is a former prosecutor and Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist and award winning criminal defense attorney. If you are facing criminal charges in Minnesota, call Jack Rice Defense for a free consultation.