Dershowitz "Angela Corey should be disbarred"!

[Cheshire Cat]

And this:       

Celebrity lawyer Mark Geragos calls State Attorney Angela Corey a 'menace' on CNN

http://jacksonville.com/opinion/blog/400563/gary-mills/2013-07-18/celebrity-lawyer-mark-geragos-calls-state-attorney-angela

Commenting on the Jacksonville "stand your ground" case of Marissa Alexander, celebrity lawyer and legal commentator Mark Geragos called State Attorney Angela Corey a 'menace' Wednesday evening on Anderson Cooper's CNN program, "AC360."

Geragos, part of a four-person legal panel on "AC360" said Corey's failure to use prosecutorial discretion in the case was cause for someone to "disbar or impeach or do whatever the need to do" to remove her, "a menace," from office, Geragos said.

Alexander is serving a mandatory 20-year sentence following her conviction for firing what she called a warning shot against an abusive husband.  Her case has regained attention following last week's acquittal of George Zimmerman in the death of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin.

Geragos isn't the only one criticizing Corey in the aftermath of the case

[Bridges]

Something tells me that the Times Union will be receiving a phone call and possibly some words written on fancy legal paper, claiming they are passing on slanderous and libel accusations and will be in deep trouble unless they stop all articles of such nature.

Maybe they feel freed by the outpouring of national disdain for Corey. 

[Cheshire Cat]

Something tells me that the Times Union will be receiving a phone call and possibly some words written on fancy legal paper, claiming they are passing on slanderous and libel accusations and will be in deep trouble unless they stop all articles of such nature.

Maybe they feel freed by the outpouring of national disdain for Corey. 

You know it Bridges.  lol  I am sure plenty of harshly worded letters on SAO letterhead with undertones of libel action will be going out to a growing list of folks.  Angela has a lot to keep her busy.   lmao

[Cheshire Cat]

Let the sanctions begin.  While folks have been focused on the Zimmerman case and it has resulted in some backlash for Angela Corey, it is worth remembering that Corey has a legacy of outrageous behaviors to her credit.  This is another case the public was likely unaware of.  It speaks to a pattern of behavior on the part of the SAO4 that should concern everyone.

Angela Corey's Office Rebuked"

The office of State Attorney Angela Corey faces potential sanctions and will have to pay thousands of dollars in taxpayer money after failing to turn over all documents in a wrongful termination case filed by a former employee.

It prompted a scolding by U.S. District Judge Timothy Corrigan and follows similar criticisms in the failed prosecution of George Zimmerman.

Julie Lyncker, a former clerk in the Nassau County office, says she was fired after she complained about the way former Assistant State Attorney Wesley White treated her. Lyncker says her civil rights were violated and the firing was an illegal retaliation for reporting wrongdoing in the office. She is asking for undisclosed damages.

Monday, Corrigan agreed to delay the case after lawyers representing the State Attorney's Office admitted they didn't provide opposing attorneys key evidence until Saturday. A jury was scheduled to be picked Monday and the two sides were supposed to turn over all materials months ago.

The judge sent 40 potential jurors home and told Corey's attorneys that the office would have to recompense the court for the $2,500 it cost to bring the jurors in.

"This stuff hits the case where it lives," Corrigan said. "And it's hard to understand how this happens."

Corey also was accused of withholding key findings from Trayvon Martin's cellphone in the Zimmerman trial and faces potential sanctions there. Zimmerman was acquitted after claiming self-defense in Martin's death.

Leonard Hackett, a private attorney hired to defend the State Attorney's Office, confirmed he discovered emails discussing the firing of Lyncker between senior staff on Saturday while prepping a witness who was going to testify in the case.

He immediately turned them over to Joseph DeBelder, Lyncker's lead attorney. But DeBelder said he needed to depose Corey, former Chief Assistant State Attorney Dan McCarthy and several other employees again because of what the emails said.

In previous depositions Corey and McCarthy both said McCarthy decided to fire Lyncker, and Corey wasn't involved. But one of the emails turned over Saturday had McCarthy telling White that he gave the "Boss" an option to retain Lyncker and a second option that would fire her.

"Boss" could only be Corey, and the emails suggest that Corey made the final decision, DeBelder said.

White and McCarthy, who have both left the State Attorney's Office, declined to comment Monday. After the hearing, Hackett told the Times-Union that McCarthy made the final decision to fire Lyncker but declined to discuss the newly discovered emails.

Hackett said he couldn't guarantee there weren't other missing emails and Corrigan said that left him no choice but to delay the case.

"The thing about these emails is they are directly on point," Corrigan said

Read more at Jacksonville.com: http://jacksonville.com/news/crime/2013-07-22/story/angela-coreys-office-rebuked-late-evidence-gaffe-wrongful-termination#ixzz2Zt8qwLLI
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[Jameson]

The National Review article was very eye-opening.

But I'm not saying anything bad about Angela Corey. Nope.

For all we know, one of her underlings could be perusing this forum.

[Cheshire Cat]

The National Review article was very eye-opening.

But I'm not saying anything bad about Angela Corey. Nope.

For all we know, one of her underlings could be perusing this forum.

I am sure there are Jameson.  I think Corey has bigger worries than forum posters right now however it appears the depth of her desire to strike out at those she feels have offended her apparently know little boundaries.  With top attorneys calling her a hazard in office and officials rebuking her,the case for disbarment could be building.  These public revelations of improper behavior along with her penchant for "pay back" aimed at anyone who dares question her behavior while in office is likely to create serious problems when she runs to retain her position.  I predict she faces a serious challenge next election, if she remains in office.

[isphil]

 Does anyone remember Harry Shorstein's warning about her during the campaign?  Everyone should have listened. Harry was spot on.  When she was elected, Harry went to her Campaign Headquarters to congratulate her and attempt to mend fences but was told Angela ordered him not to be allowed on the premises.  She refuses to even communicate with the Times-Union since they ran articles critical of her.  It's time for Angela to go

[Cheshire Cat]

Things continue to go downhill for Angela Corey.  Looks like the pandora's box is open and what is coming out is lots of ugly.


http://communities.washingtontimes.com/neighborhood/conscience-realist/2013/jul/24/lies-abuse-and-absolute-power-scary-story-angela-c/

Few people know Corey's legal methodology better than Harry Shorstein. The longtime state attorney for Metro Jacksonville, he fired her back in 2007 due to workplace-related behavioral issues.

Shorstein spoke about this and much more during an interview published yesterday.

Today, Corey's controversies from a time before George Zimmerman became a household name enter consideration. In 2011, 12-year-old Cristian Fernandez fatally shoved his brother, who was a toddler. Rather than bring about a more conventional charge, Corey decided to prosecute Fernandez for first-degree murder as an adult.

"This case again brought international disgrace and condemnation to her and our jurisdiction," Shorstein says. "Cristian was an abused 12 year old who was born to a 12 year old Mother. His father committed suicide in his presence. Corey proudly announced she had indicted the youngest ever here.

"She charged first degree murder punishable only by life with no parole. She had said she never wanted a long prison sentence. During plea negotiations she added another charge punishable by life. Later she said she never believed it was premeditated, though that is what was charged (read indictment). Ultimately the defense team pled to juvenile sanctions and probation on the added charge. 

"The defense team comprised of outstanding lawyers working pro bono and even paying substantial amounts for experts did, I think, what we do every day here. They pled to very reduced charges to avoid any possibility he could be sent to prison for life.

"Lastly, when he was originally charged as an adult, Cristian was moved to the adult jail and kept in isolation. She objected to him being let out of isolation but the Chief Judge ruled against her. Had he not ruled for the defense it could irreparably damaged the child."

Another case is that of Marissa Alexander. When confronted by her abusive husband, she left the room to retrieve a firearm for which she was licensed to carry. Alexander then returned to her husband and fired a warning shot in the presence of his two children.

Nobody was harmed, but Corey prosecuted her harshly nonetheless. After Alexander refused to accept a plea bargain which would have resulted in three years' incarceration, she stood trial with the now-infamous "Stand Your Ground" defense.

Alexander was found guilty and sentenced to twenty years in prison.

"The legislature has passed draconian sanctions for all gun crimes, appropriate in many cases but clearly wrong in this case," Shorstein remarks.

As bad as all of this is, Corey's bail bonds policies bring things to an entirely different dimension.

She argues for very high bonds, resulting in our jail being overcrowded with poor people," Shorstein explains. "What usually happens in the indigent being allowed to plead to something in return for being allowed to be released. 

"The judge actually sets the bond, however, the judge knows little or nothing about the case at the time bond is set, relying on the prosecutor."

In the unfortunate situation of Ben Kruidbos, Robert Zimmerman — George's younger brother and strong public supporter — has much to say. Until earlier this year, Kruidbos was the information technology director in Corey's office. He was allegedly fired because he revealed her team's unlawful evidence-sharing tactics during one of George's pre-trial hearings.

"Mrs. Corey has lashed out against her critics in the past. She did so to Professor Dershowitz, she did so to Harvard, and now it seems that Mr. Kruidbos, out of fear for his own future, did what he perceived to be the right thing, and I fear this might just be some kind of retaliation."

The Kruidbos firing strikes to the core of the following question: Did she actually break the law while prosecuting George? Her team neglected to hand over very important evidence to his defense, so the question does seem none too difficult.

Robert thinks that the matter is "worth a look. I think that either the Justice Department or, eventually, a special prosecutor appointed by the Governor should look into these matters. I know that the court decided to wait post-trial to conduct a judicial inquiry to determine if there was in fact criminal contempt as it relates to withholding evidence.

"Every defendant has the right to confront the evidence against them, and any suppression by a prosecutor, or prosecutors, of evidence may be unlawful and most certainly is inappropriate."

Whether or not Corey will ultimately be forced to resign remains unclear. Shorstein provides some information about the matter: "Only public opinion would force her to resign. The Governor can remove her but it is almost unheard of. The best chance is a recall. Which is very difficult."

It is certain, though, that if voters elected Corey as state attorney for their judicial circuit, then they can and should hold her accountable for her actions. A recall definitely would be fantastic.

The seemingly absolute level of power which she wields over her office could stand some sunshine

[Cheshire Cat]

And this sad commentary.

http://communities.washingtontimes.com/neighborhood/conscience-realist/2013/jul/23/revenge-misconduct-and-injustice-sad-story-angela-/

Revenge, Misconduct and Injustice

"Yes, there are scores of people fired for, ethically, doing the right thing," he replies.  "Her de facto #2 was fired for extremely unethical misconduct (cited by our appellate court) by my predecessor and Angela has cleaned out about half of the good employees."

The $340,000 or more is in reference to Corey's pension, which she padded under highly controversial circumstances. When Jacksonville's only daily newspaper, the Times-Union, reported on the matter, she had it removed from her press feed.

Shorstein states that Corey raised her pension "secretly, lied about the amount, said it was done for all, [and] said I should have done it (whether [this was] legal....I question, I nor any other SA who I knew would never had done it), [she] said I did the same thing, etc.

"Unlike her adding to her and Bernie's [pensions], I had earned some years ago and was allowed to pay back the $7,000 I had taken out. To pay back $7000, I paid back $40,000+ out of my [funds], not the taxpayers or her low paid employees' $340,000+ dollars."

Speaking of Corey's staff, the woman who wrote Kruidbos's termination letter, Cheryl Peek, was fired from the state attorney's office in the 1990s for illegally influencing a jury. What are Shorstein's views about the quality of personnel in Corey's office?

"One of the greatest responsibilities of the elected SA is to train the young lawyers," he tells. "All but the ones right out of law school must learn from the elected the highest standards of ethical and professional behavior.

"She gets good young lawyers but it seems as if, except for those who can't find outside employment, they leave."

Today, many Jacksonville-area lawyers are reported to be concerned that if they speak out against Corey's tactics, then her office might treat their clients in a negative manner.

Who can say that they don't have ample reason to fear Corey? Shorstein pointedly remarks that "(s)he is well known to be vindictive."

Robert Zimmerman, George's brother and strong public supporter, is also concerned about Corey. Specifically in terms of the Kruidbos firing, he says that "any state attorney can select the members of their staff, and that includes firing people who they think may have acted inappropriately.

"I do question the circumstances in this situation. I think Mr.
Kruidbos was diligent in hiring an attorney. The way I understand it,
he was afraid that he might face criminal liability if he was an
unwilling accomplice in a discovery violation.

"It's my understanding now that Mr. Kruidbos has filed suit.
Obviously, that means he disagrees with Mrs. Corey's decision. I'm
concerned that other people like him, now or in the future, who are
doing what they believe is ethical, might incur the wrath of
vengeance."

There is an old saying which goes that "revenge is a dish best served cold". Whatever the case, Corey can't seem to get enough of it. How this relates to being a competent, let alone good, prosecutor is beyond comprehension

[Cheshire Cat]

And the heat keeps turning up.  I hope Scott does take Corey off this case.  She wants to prosecute it herself.  Why one may ask?  Because it is high profile and pretty much a slam dunk for any prosecution team. This defendant is going to lose and Corey would love to put herself in the position of appearing as if it was her skill as a prosecutor that made the difference. This once again is about her and not the victim.  That in and of itself should be reason enough to remove her from this case.

Make sure to read the letter.  Ouch!

The Florida Civil Rights Association has issued a letter to Gov. Rick Scott requesting for State Attorney Angela Corey be removed, and that a special prosecutor be appointed in the shooting death of Jordan Davis on November 23, 2012.

The two page letter to Governor Scott states that a new Special Prosecutor is needed to "suppress racial tension created in the failed prosecution by Corey and her staff that led to a not guilty verdict in the George Zimmerman murder trial of Trayvon Martin."

The letter continues to say that Ms. Corey created the appearance that she will, "not afford the Defendant a fair trail and will not afford the victim and the surviving case a fair opportunity to have their voices heard at trial."

J. Willie David, President of the Florida Civil Rights Association, continued the letter saying, "The Florida Civil Rights Association believes appointing a special prosecutor to replace State Attorney Angela Corey is the right thing to do for the victim, Jordan Davis, and the suspect, Michael David Dunn. The State and Federal constitutions demands public confidence in our criminal justice system with Corey and her staff has failed."

Channel 4 reached out to Angela Corey's office Wednesday night for comment on the Florida Civil Rights Association's letter. Her office simply responded with "no comment

Click link for story and to read letter.
http://www.news4jax.com/news/civil-rights-association-asks-gov-for-state-attorneys-removal-from-case/-/475880/21154450/-/3nqdxiz/-/index.html

[Stephen]

I cannot wait to vote against her. I may even donate  money and work for her opponent whoever that may be.

[Bridges]

I cannot wait to vote against her. I may even donate  money and work for her opponent whoever that may be.

Don't go holding your breath.  She ran unopposed last time.  And will probably be unopposed again.  Her spite and vindictiveness aren't just for show, they have a very self-serving purpose. 

[Cheshire Cat]

I cannot wait to vote against her. I may even donate  money and work for her opponent whoever that may be.

Don't go holding your breath.  She ran unopposed last time.  And will probably be unopposed again.  Her spite and vindictiveness aren't just for show, they have a very self-serving purpose. 

She will not run unopposed and stands a very good chance of getting defeated.  She may decide not to run on her own.  Things are not going to cool down for her, rather they will continue to heat up. 

[Bridges]

God I hope you're right.

[Cheshire Cat]

God I hope you're right.

I am.  There may even be more than one challenger.