Asclepias
Diamond Member
I'm good with him being lynched. Actually they should skin him alive.That won't happen because that is not how a change in venue works. The defense can request a change in venue because they believe a fair trial is not possible in the current venue. If the judge agrees he will allow a change in venue of his choice but he will not dismiss the case without hearing it. The system has a number of safeguards against prejudice toward the defendant. Both the prosecution and the defense can dismiss jurors for cause or no cause at all. The judge can set a side any verdict if he believes the jury is not acting impartially.If I was his defense lawyer I would file a simple motion, arguing: "My client cannot get a fair trial anywhere in the United States."
The judge would have to agree, and let my client walk.
He's been tried and found guilty in the court of public opinion.
There is no impartial jury possible anywhere in America.
If he is convicted, it will be the same as lynching him.