Casey Anthony Murder Trial

From 12-3pm I will be on TruTv today discussing the Casey Anthony Murder Trial case and pre-trial motions.

The 3 motions being discussed today are:

1.  A Defense Motion in Limine to prohibit any reference to photographs and social behavior of Casey Anthony that occurred within the month long window from her daughter’s disappearance to when Anthony reported it to the police.  The Defense argues that Anthony’s social behavior during that time is irrelevant as to her consciousness of guilt.  The Prosecution believes that the photos depicting Anthony’s behavior are relevant and their probative value is not outweighed by their prejudicial effect.

2.  A Motion to allow Casey Anthony’s mother and father, George and Cindy, to be excused from the rule of sequestration.  George and Cindy are Caylee’s grandparents and have both been subpoenaed to testify for the State.  The State argues that because they are relatives of the victim, they are entitled to attend all proceedings.  The Court has previously ruled that Caylee’s grandparents could attend the proceedings, but only after they have testified.

3.  An Emergency Motion on behalf of News Organizations to have the Court reconsider the implementation and enforcement of the confidentiality agreement previously imposed by the Court.  The News Organizations argue that the agreement is in violation of their First Amendment and Florida law.