Juror Not Removeable For Bias When She’s “On the fence” About Trial Evidence in Child Rape Case (State v. Nathan Smith)

Mr. Smith was convicted at jury trial of Rape of a Child in the First Degree. During jury selection, Mr. Smith’s counsel sought removal of a prospective juror, using a ‘for cause’ challenge, claiming that actual bias was present. The prospective juror indicated during voir dire she might be inclined to simply agree with other Read More…

Object Immediately, Move for Mistrial

I took time off from writing case updates for “Seattle Sex Offense Lawyer” due to my wife’s battle with pancreatic cancer. She is now with God. I hope these updates are helpful to readers. J.O. State v. Gogo, Division One, #84083-5-I, was decided December 26, 2023. Mr. Gogo was charged with three counts of Rape Read More…