Another reason why an attorney may not choose to have his or her client take the stand has to do with cross-examination. This issue came up recently in an article in
The New York Times, which summed it up this way: “Unlike an ordinary conversation, in which one can steer away from unpleasant topics, the very nature of the opponent’s questioning is to make the witness uncomfortable.” Think about the average person’s response to discussing an uncomfortable topic: sweating palms, squirming in the seat, trying to avoid eye contact – all of these are normal responses to dealing with awkward situations. And all of them could elicit a negative response from a jury, who might unconsciously view them as signs of guilt.
If the actual criminal justice system in Mississippi were anything like it is in films or television, then every defendant would be innocent (or at least heroically justified), and every one of them would give an impassioned speech about his or her innocence (or that justification) while on the...
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It is clear why the defense didn't put Tory on the stand because the prosecution was allowed to bring in evidence Tory's lyrics and his past grievances with the law.
"The decision came after his "CAP" music video was deemed valid evidence against him".
Queally also tweeted that the
Sorry 4 What artist’s driver, who was present on the evening the Grammy winner was allegedly shot, will not testify, as it could prolong the trial even further.
“Jaquan Smith, Tory’s driver, was present and on defense witness list but prosecutors asked for a continuance past the Christmas break if he was to testify, per defense attorney George Mgdesyan. At his clients request not to delay proceedings, Mgdesyan declined to call him.”
Tory Lanez will not take the stand in the trial regarding Megan Thee Stallion's alleged 2020 shooting.
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With that state the case happened in, Tory will do some jail time before that appeal takes place if it all that some are saying because of that state's laws.