The Defense in Criminal Cases Must Remember the Value of No Evidence - Video
Watch Jack’s Interview on Court TV
The Prosecutor has the burden of proof in criminal cases here in Minnesota and around the country, they frequently throw everything they have at the jury and hope that something sticks. The logic seems to be that with all of this "proof," how can you doubt that the defendant did it. The problem is, it is not what they present but rather what they fail to present that may make all of the difference. If you are facing serious criminal charges in Minnesota, discuss your case with an experienced criminal defense attorney. It might be even better to speak with one who is also a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist.
"Sometimes it is not what the State presents but what they fail to present."
Jack Rice appear son Court TV on 9/26/22 with Judge Ashley Willcott and Georgia criminal defense attorney Josh Schiffer. Jack discusses evidence, the burden of proof, the elements of charges and how it is important to focus in on what is lacking in a prosecutor's case.
"A ton of evidence that fails to establish any single elements should be enough for a Not Guilty verdict."
It is easy to get overwhelmed by evidence as it is being presented by the State. However, it is important to remember what each piece of that evidence is designed to prove. Because the State must prove each and every element of a charge, if the defense can place those facts in certain buckets but excluding from others, they can then highlight how the state's case fails. An experienced criminal defense attorney can help make this happen.
Jack Rice is a nationally known criminal defense attorney. He is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist, former prosecutor, former CIA officer and the Founder of Jack Rice Defense, a boutique criminal defense firm based in St. Paul, MN. Contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.