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Comment on What's the hardest part about being a prosecutor? by Colin Nelson

Colin Nelson — Thu, 02 Jan 2020 20:50:06 +0000

In reply to Jenn. Hey, Jenn. Thanks for the question. In that case, an honest prosecutor would decline to prosecute because of police misconduct. If a prosecutor still went ahead, the defense lawyer could challenge the stop, frisk, arrest, etc before a jury trial starts. C

Comment on What's the hardest part about being a prosecutor? by Jenn

Jenn — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 16:46:20 +0000

What about those who were set up by police? What does a prosecutor do when presented with something like that?

Comment on Can President Trump Ignore the Supreme Court? by Colin Nelson

Colin Nelson — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 11:54:27 +0000

In reply to Kenneth M Fowler.

Thanks, Ken. You’re absolutely correct: the courts are supposed to only review legislation—not make legislation. However, during the existence of the court many assertive justices have edged closer to legislating. There’s the famous quote attributed to President Andrew Jackson when the court didn’t agree with something he wanted to do: “Let them enforce it. I have the army!” Thanks for your comment, Colin

Comment on Can President Trump Ignore the Supreme Court? by Kenneth M Fowler

Kenneth M Fowler — Mon, 03 Jun 2019 23:26:49 +0000

Since when did the Court system become the most powerful branch? It is the court’s responsibility to look at the facts, apply the legislation and signed into law by the President then make a ruling. Otherwise, the Congress and the President are nothing more than waterboys and girls for the court system. That is not Constitutional.

Comment on You’ll Like My Crime Story—I Promise! by Colin Nelson

Colin Nelson — Thu, 21 Feb 2019 21:27:05 +0000

In reply to Bonnie. Bonnie-- would you mind if I added your email address to a list I have and will send you info about new projects, books, and interesting stuff? Thanks, Colin