Wow.
Wow.
Wow!
The investigative news team at the San Jose Mercury News kicks ass! I just finished reading parts 1 and 2 (of 5) in a series of stories the San Jose Mercury News has published, Tainted Trials, Stolen Justice, and all I can say is, this is some good shit.
After reading the available stories, I realize there are going to be those that think that this is an isolated case of super aggressive District Attorney’s on the West coast who have gone beyond serving The People and begun to serve their own egos. I don’t agree, and I promise you that it’s more of a widespread problem than people would care to admit (I’m not being a DA basher, as I’ve said in the past, there are quite a few that I actually like).
No, I don’t think there is some mass conspiracy by District Attorney’s around the country to push their misconduct in the courts to the limit but I think this series is indicative of the results of the pressures faced by the people who decided to take on the job of a prosecutor and the possible results of someone who decides an individual is guilty regardless of the facts that can turn up in a case.
Honestly, everyone in my neck of the woods has heard stories about the Santa Clara DA’s office (not good things). I’m writing about this because it hits close to home and its fascinating to read. The reporters had some great access to the people they were writing about which always makes for a more interesting investigative news story.
Read it and see for yourself. Part 1 and Part 2.
Wow.
Wow!
The investigative news team at the San Jose Mercury News kicks ass! I just finished reading parts 1 and 2 (of 5) in a series of stories the San Jose Mercury News has published, Tainted Trials, Stolen Justice, and all I can say is, this is some good shit.
After reading the available stories, I realize there are going to be those that think that this is an isolated case of super aggressive District Attorney’s on the West coast who have gone beyond serving The People and begun to serve their own egos. I don’t agree, and I promise you that it’s more of a widespread problem than people would care to admit (I’m not being a DA basher, as I’ve said in the past, there are quite a few that I actually like).
No, I don’t think there is some mass conspiracy by District Attorney’s around the country to push their misconduct in the courts to the limit but I think this series is indicative of the results of the pressures faced by the people who decided to take on the job of a prosecutor and the possible results of someone who decides an individual is guilty regardless of the facts that can turn up in a case.
Honestly, everyone in my neck of the woods has heard stories about the Santa Clara DA’s office (not good things). I’m writing about this because it hits close to home and its fascinating to read. The reporters had some great access to the people they were writing about which always makes for a more interesting investigative news story.
Read it and see for yourself. Part 1 and Part 2.
4 comments:
FYI - This isn't an ANTI-DA series. I think they lay the blame equally on all facets of the justice system and some defense attorneys are mentioned.
Wow is an understatement. Can't wait for "the rest of the story." Now the fact that my husband ate the last English muffin this morning doesn't seem so bad.
What?! Taking the last english muffin is NEVER excusable!
I recommended this award winning 10 part series of articles.
Is is no doubt cutting edge and over the top.
This is for you folks as well.
Out of Control - Winning At All Costs
http://www.postgazette.com/win/day1_1a.asp
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