Fools Get Stabbed – When a Jury Schools the Judge on Self-Defense
Three-time ANG guest Ania returns with another trial defense masterpiece. Her client was accused of stabbing a man, but the truth was clear: it was self-defense. The twist? The judge refused to give a self-defense instruction.
But the jury wasn't having it. They saw through the state's case, ignored the judge's attempt to tilt the scales, and delivered justice on their own terms. As one juror basically told the court: "Hell no, Judge — we the people aren't taking away this man's liberty just because you said so."
Ania's sharp advocacy and the jury's courage came together for the only right result: not guilty.
Episode guide
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Key points from the show notes
- Her client was accused of stabbing a man, but the truth was clear: it was self-defense.
- The judge refused to give a self-defense instruction.
- But the jury wasn't having it.
Trial or closing note
Her client was accused of stabbing a man, but the truth was clear: it was self-defense.
Transcript availability
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The guide below is based on official public show notes.