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*MIBabe03* · 03-10-2005, 01:04 PM

ARREST WARRANT ISSUED FOR JACKSON
March 10, 2005

The judge in MICHAEL JACKSON's child molestation trial issued a warrant for the singer's arrest on Thursday, after the star failed to show up for court proceedings on time. According to his attorney, Jackson was having serious back problems and was being checked by a doctor at a nearby hospital. His counsel expected him to arrive at the Santa Maria courthouse shortly. However, if the singer does not show up within an hour of the time he was scheduled to appear, the arrest warrant will officially go into effect and the judge can rescind his $3 million bail. Today is scheduled to be the second day of testimony for the singer's accuser. Jackson has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

Brent88 · 03-10-2005, 01:06 PM

He's reportedly on his way now but he's still a little ways from court. His attorney is staring at his watch and looking nervous.

I hope they lock him up and throw away the key... this is beyond ridiclous. If he had back problems, he should have let the court know ahead of time.

Janice · 03-10-2005, 01:40 PM

I'm watching this on FOX. What a riot. Nice hospital pants Michael.

*MIBabe03* · 03-10-2005, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Brent88

He's reportedly on his way now but he's still a little ways from court. His attorney is staring at his watch and looking nervous.

I hope they lock him up and throw away the key... this is beyond ridiclous. If he had back problems, he should have let the court know ahead of time.

I agree. Like when he didn't show up because he had the "flu."

Miss Golden · 03-10-2005, 01:43 PM

I would give Michael and academy award for that act. Plus did you see Jake Byrd from the Jimmy Kimmel Show jumping up and down in the back, they must be taping a skit for the show tonight.

James"Thunder"Early · 03-10-2005, 01:44 PM

By Dan Whitcomb

SANTA MARIA, Calif. (Reuters) - The judge in Michael Jackson's child molestation case issued a warrant for the entertainer's arrest after Jackson failed to show up for his trial on Thursday, the day his young accuser was set to continue his testimony.

Jackson's attorney explained that the 46-year-old entertainer was in the hospital with a back problem. The judge rejected that explanation, ordering that Jackson's bail be revoked and the entertainer jailed if he did not appear within an hour.

Jackson's 15-year-old accuser was to have begun his second day on the witness stand on Thursday morning.

Jackson is accused of sexually molesting the boy, a cancer survivor, and plying him with alcohol at the entertainer's Neverland Valley Ranch in 2003.

The pop star, who has pleaded innocent, is also charged with conspiring to commit child abduction, false imprisonment and extortion. He could face more than 20 years in prison if convicted on all 10 criminal counts.

Santa Barbara County Superior Court Judge Rodney Melville said he would stay Jackson's arrest warrant for one hour to give him time to show up in court.

Melville, who began the court session promptly at 8:30 a.m., noticed immediately that Jackson was not seated at the defense table. At the time, Jackson's lawyer, Tom Mesereau, was talking on his cell phone.

"I notice the defendant is not here," Melville said.

Mesereau answered that Jackson had been taken to a hospital with "a serious back problem," adding, "It's my understanding that he's on his way in."

But Melville rejected that explanation.

"I'm issuing a warrant for his arrest and forfeiting his bail," Melville said, speaking over a bid by Mesereau to speak on Jackson's behalf. "I'll hold the warrant for one hour to give him time to be in court. After that, I'll issue the warrant."

The judge then announced that the court was in recess and walked off the bench.

© Reuters 2005. All Rights Reserved.

James"Thunder"Early · 03-10-2005, 01:47 PM

He just showed up in pajamas he's crazy!

*MIBabe03* · 03-10-2005, 01:48 PM

Wacko Jacko is right. God he annoys me.

Janice · 03-10-2005, 01:54 PM

I guess the judge gave him a 15 minute extension.

Dean Winchester · 03-10-2005, 01:55 PM

MJ doesn't take any of this seriously, he should be like OJ and stay in jail for the rest of the trial. This is the second time he's found a reason not to show up

Fleet · 03-10-2005, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

Nice hospital pants Michael.

I noticed that he swiveled around to wave to his fans. That would be difficult to do if you had back pain unless it was psychosomatic.

Nighthawk76 · 03-10-2005, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by BuffySlayer79

MJ doesn't take any of this seriously, he should be like OJ and stay in jail for the rest of the trial. This is the second time he's found a reason not to show up

Good idea

Janice · 03-10-2005, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Fleet

I noticed that he swiveled around to wave to his fans. That would be difficult to do if you had back pain unless it was psychosomatic.

If he breaks into that moonwalk dance, then we'll really know he's faking it.

*MIBabe03* · 03-10-2005, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

If he breaks into that moonwalk dance, then we'll really know he's faking it.

LMAO!!!!!!!!!!!

Fleet · 03-10-2005, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

If he breaks into that moonwalk dance, then we'll really know he's faking it.

If he keeps it up, he may be dancing all the way to jail!

03-10-2005, 01:04 PM	#1
MIBabe03 Loving Swingtown! Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 28, 2002 Location: TX Posts: 4,646	Arrest Warrant Issued for Jackson ARREST WARRANT ISSUED FOR JACKSON March 10, 2005 The judge in MICHAEL JACKSON's child molestation trial issued a warrant for the singer's arrest on Thursday, after the star failed to show up for court proceedings on time. According to his attorney, Jackson was having serious back problems and was being checked by a doctor at a nearby hospital. His counsel expected him to arrive at the Santa Maria courthouse shortly. However, if the singer does not show up within an hour of the time he was scheduled to appear, the arrest warrant will officially go into effect and the judge can rescind his $3 million bail. Today is scheduled to be the second day of testimony for the singer's accuser. Jackson has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
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03-10-2005, 01:06 PM	#2
Brent88 Member Forum Star Join Date: Aug 01, 2003 Location: Alabama Posts: 16,174	He's reportedly on his way now but he's still a little ways from court. His attorney is staring at his watch and looking nervous. I hope they lock him up and throw away the key... this is beyond ridiclous. If he had back problems, he should have let the court know ahead of time.
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03-10-2005, 01:44 PM	#6
James"Thunder"Early Whoever's In New England Forum Veteran Join Date: Feb 23, 2004 Location: The Apollo Posts: 7,088	Warrant issued for Jackson's arrest By Dan Whitcomb SANTA MARIA, Calif. (Reuters) - The judge in Michael Jackson's child molestation case issued a warrant for the entertainer's arrest after Jackson failed to show up for his trial on Thursday, the day his young accuser was set to continue his testimony. Jackson's attorney explained that the 46-year-old entertainer was in the hospital with a back problem. The judge rejected that explanation, ordering that Jackson's bail be revoked and the entertainer jailed if he did not appear within an hour. Jackson's 15-year-old accuser was to have begun his second day on the witness stand on Thursday morning. Jackson is accused of sexually molesting the boy, a cancer survivor, and plying him with alcohol at the entertainer's Neverland Valley Ranch in 2003. The pop star, who has pleaded innocent, is also charged with conspiring to commit child abduction, false imprisonment and extortion. He could face more than 20 years in prison if convicted on all 10 criminal counts. Santa Barbara County Superior Court Judge Rodney Melville said he would stay Jackson's arrest warrant for one hour to give him time to show up in court. Melville, who began the court session promptly at 8:30 a.m., noticed immediately that Jackson was not seated at the defense table. At the time, Jackson's lawyer, Tom Mesereau, was talking on his cell phone. "I notice the defendant is not here," Melville said. Mesereau answered that Jackson had been taken to a hospital with "a serious back problem," adding, "It's my understanding that he's on his way in." But Melville rejected that explanation. "I'm issuing a warrant for his arrest and forfeiting his bail," Melville said, speaking over a bid by Mesereau to speak on Jackson's behalf. "I'll hold the warrant for one hour to give him time to be in court. After that, I'll issue the warrant." The judge then announced that the court was in recess and walked off the bench. © Reuters 2005. All Rights Reserved.
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03-10-2005, 01:40 PM	#3
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	I'm watching this on FOX. What a riot. Nice hospital pants Michael.

03-10-2005, 01:43 PM	#5
Miss Golden Member Senior Member Join Date: Jun 06, 2003 Posts: 1,231	I would give Michael and academy award for that act. Plus did you see Jake Byrd from the Jimmy Kimmel Show jumping up and down in the back, they must be taping a skit for the show tonight.

03-10-2005, 01:47 PM	#7
James"Thunder"Early Whoever's In New England Forum Veteran Join Date: Feb 23, 2004 Location: The Apollo Posts: 7,088	He just showed up in pajamas he's crazy!

03-10-2005, 01:48 PM	#8
MIBabe03 Loving Swingtown! Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 28, 2002 Location: TX Posts: 4,646	Wacko Jacko is right. God he annoys me.

03-10-2005, 01:54 PM	#9
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	I guess the judge gave him a 15 minute extension.

03-10-2005, 01:55 PM	#10
Dean Winchester Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 28, 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 14,803	MJ doesn't take any of this seriously, he should be like OJ and stay in jail for the rest of the trial. This is the second time he's found a reason not to show up