Taylor & Courts

Hail2em · 04-01-2006, 02:27 AM

Well i keep seeing articles about Taylors court dates and what he faces if he's found guilty and it would be devistating if it came down to him doing that much time, so i made this thread to see how you guys feel about it and what you think will happen. Myself I hope like hell nothing happens but im sure he will get some kind of punishment out of the deal.

Pocket$ $traight · 04-01-2006, 09:45 AM

He will not serve one day of jail time.

Beemnseven · 04-01-2006, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Grim21Reaper

He will not serve one day of jail time.

I tend to agree. I don't see the preferrential treatment for Hollywood stars and pro sports figures changing any time soon.

That statement does not mean I believe Taylor is guilty though. Let's just say that I doubt the odds would be as much in his favor if he were any other Joe Schmoe.

freddyg12 · 04-01-2006, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Beemnseven

I tend to agree. I don't see the preferrential treatment for Hollywood stars and pro sports figures changing any time soon.

That statement does not mean I believe Taylor is guilty though. Let's just say that I doubt the odds would be as much in his favor if he were any other Joe Schmoe.

I don't believe there's "preferrential treatment" of stars. Its simply a matter of them being able to afford the best legal representation. Ditto for a lof of white collar criminals.
The public also tends to forget or simply be ignorant of how many plea bargains are done on an almost daily basis in urban areas. In addition, courts routinely throw out cases involving violent confrontation due to the lack of credible witnesses/evidence on both sides. Really, the only reason that starts seem to get over easy is that their cases are made public. But there's plenty of other accused people, many w/records, that get off all the time, hence a typical campaign promise to "get tough on crime."
Remember Micahel Irvin's conviction? Tom Brokaw ran a story comparing his probation to similar ones in that district & concluded it was "no cakewalk."

That Guy · 04-01-2006, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by freddyg12

I don't believe there's "preferrential treatment" of stars. Its simply a matter of them being able to afford the best legal representation. Ditto for a lof of white collar criminals.
The public also tends to forget or simply be ignorant of how many plea bargains are done on an almost daily basis in urban areas. In addition, courts routinely throw out cases involving violent confrontation due to the lack of credible witnesses/evidence on both sides. Really, the only reason that starts seem to get over easy is that their cases are made public. But there's plenty of other accused people, many w/records, that get off all the time, hence a typical campaign promise to "get tough on crime."
Remember Micahel Irvin's conviction? Tom Brokaw ran a story comparing his probation to similar ones in that district & concluded it was "no cakewalk."

Juries are much less likely to sentence famous people to death sentences, but i agree, money talks. For speeding tickets getting a lawyer thats friends with the cop can really help too

Paintrain · 04-01-2006, 12:00 PM

Remember though that in the State of FL if you are convicted of a crime involving a firearm there is a MANDATORY 3 YEAR MINIMUM sentence for each charge. It's not judge or jury discretion when it comes to sentencing.. That's why a plea is more and more likely.. It doesn't matter if shots were fired or not, simply having a firearm is grounds for this law to be enforced.

** Corrected to 3 years **

jbcjr14 · 04-01-2006, 12:06 PM

I think he will serve some time...FL Law in regards to guns is one of the strictest in the country. If he had a firearm, and I don't think that is a question is it? He could be serving some time in Miami-Dade Jail.

That Guy · 04-01-2006, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by jbcjr14

I think he will serve some time...FL Law in regards to guns is one of the strictest in the country. If he had a firearm, and I don't think that is a question is it?

depends, were you there and did you see it yourself?

dmek25 · 04-01-2006, 12:09 PM

you have got to be kidding me.the rich and famous just do not do jail time.the few examples of famous people(martha stewart)were either being made an example of, or really pissed someone off.no way sean taylor does any time

Master4Caster · 04-02-2006, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by dmek25

you have got to be kidding me.the rich and famous just do not do jail time.the few examples of famous people(martha stewart)were either being made an example of, or really pissed someone off.no way sean taylor does any time

Tell that to Jamal Lewis.

Pocket$ $traight · 04-03-2006, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Master4Caster

Tell that to Jamal Lewis.

Completely different situation.

Master4Caster · 04-03-2006, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Grim21Reaper

Completely different situation.

Not at all. dmek's claim was that the rich and famous do not do jail time. That would come as news to Jamal Lewis who most certainly did time and for a less serious crime than Taylor is charged with.

If Taylor is found guilty, he won't avoid jail time just because he's rich and famous.

Pocket$ $traight · 04-03-2006, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Master4Caster

Not at all. dmek's claim was that the rich and famous do not do jail time. That would come as news to Jamal Lewis who most certainly did time and for a less serious crime than Taylor is charged with.

If Taylor is found guilty, he won't avoid jail time just because he's rich and famous.

Jamal probably could have gotten off on that but I think the fact that he participated in a drug deal over the phone and had the opportunity to put the incident behind him without missing any of the season, he chose to cut his losses.

freddyg12 · 04-01-2006, 12:19 PM

so that's a 3 yr. minimum w/no chance of getting that time suspended?
It can't be illegal to carry a gun in Fla. as that would violate the 2nd amendment. The question then becomes was the gun registered to ST? & of course his intent in having the gun at the time (doubt he was on his way to a shooting range).

That Guy · 04-01-2006, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by freddyg12

so that's a 3 yr. minimum w/no chance of getting that time suspended?
It can't be illegal to carry a gun in Fla. as that would violate the 2nd amendment. The question then becomes was the gun registered to ST? & of course his intent in having the gun at the time (doubt he was on his way to a shooting range).

carrying a licensed gun is fine, but once you use it in a crime, you're toasted.

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04-01-2006, 02:27 AM	#1
Hail2em Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Va. Beach, Virginia Posts: 229	Taylor & Courts Well i keep seeing articles about Taylors court dates and what he faces if he's found guilty and it would be devistating if it came down to him doing that much time, so i made this thread to see how you guys feel about it and what you think will happen. Myself I hope like hell nothing happens but im sure he will get some kind of punishment out of the deal.

04-01-2006, 09:45 AM	#2
Pocket$ $traight Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Fairfax, VA Age: 48 Posts: 4,261	Re: Taylor & Courts He will not serve one day of jail time.

04-01-2006, 12:00 PM	#6
Paintrain Pro Bowl Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL Age: 54 Posts: 5,006	Re: Taylor & Courts Remember though that in the State of FL if you are convicted of a crime involving a firearm there is a MANDATORY 3 YEAR MINIMUM sentence for each charge. It's not judge or jury discretion when it comes to sentencing.. That's why a plea is more and more likely.. It doesn't matter if shots were fired or not, simply having a firearm is grounds for this law to be enforced. Corrected to 3 years __________________ Paintrain's Redskins Fandom 1981-2014 I'm not dead but this team is dead to me...but now that McCloughan is here they may have new life! Jay Gruden = Zorny McSpurrier Kirk Cousins = Next Grossman

04-01-2006, 12:06 PM	#7
jbcjr14 The Starter Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Austin, Texas Age: 54 Posts: 2,015	Re: Taylor & Courts I think he will serve some time...FL Law in regards to guns is one of the strictest in the country. If he had a firearm, and I don't think that is a question is it? He could be serving some time in Miami-Dade Jail. __________________ "Work Harder: millions on welfare are counting on you" - Obama 2009 address to Congress.

04-01-2006, 12:09 PM	#9
dmek25 MVP Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: lancaster,pa Age: 63 Posts: 10,672	Re: Taylor & Courts you have got to be kidding me.the rich and famous just do not do jail time.the few examples of famous people(martha stewart)were either being made an example of, or really pissed someone off.no way sean taylor does any time __________________ "It's better to be quiet and thought a fool than to open ones mouth and remove all doubt." courtesy of 53fan

04-01-2006, 12:19 PM	#14
freddyg12 Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 4,540	Re: Taylor & Courts so that's a 3 yr. minimum w/no chance of getting that time suspended? It can't be illegal to carry a gun in Fla. as that would violate the 2nd amendment. The question then becomes was the gun registered to ST? & of course his intent in having the gun at the time (doubt he was on his way to a shooting range).

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