Psych Meds & Reefer & Beer, Oh My! – When the State Mixes a Cocktail of Nonsense
Public Defender Peter steps into court where the prosecution has brewed up a sloppy mix of psych meds, reefer, and beer to charge his client. On paper, it looked like a strong cocktail for conviction. In reality, it was more like flat soda with no fizz.
With sharp cross-examination and a knack for exposing contradictions, Peter shows the jury that the state's case is less about facts and more about fantasy bartending. Witnesses stumble, cops clash in their testimony, and suddenly the prosecution's "open and shut" case looks more like an open tab at closing time.
Because when the state serves up nonsense, Peter makes sure the jury sends it back.
Episode guide
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Key points from the show notes
- With sharp cross-examination and a knack for exposing contradictions, Peter shows the jury that the state's case is less about facts and more about fantasy bartending.
- Witnesses stumble, cops clash in their testimony, and suddenly the prosecution's "open and shut" case looks more like an open tab at closing time.
- Because when the state serves up nonsense, Peter makes sure the jury sends it back.
Trial or closing note
With sharp cross-examination and a knack for exposing contradictions, Peter shows the jury that the state's case is less about facts and more about fantasy bartending.
Transcript availability
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The guide below is based on official public show notes.