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Ireneparalegal · 11-22-2005, 10:25 PM

O.J.: U.S. Courts Allow 'Double Jeopardy' By LINDA DEUTSCH, AP Special Correspondent
Fri Nov 18, 8:39 PM ET

LOS ANGELES - O.J. Simpson on Friday questioned the system that allowed both him and actor Robert Blake to be found liable for murder after being acquitted in criminal court, calling it "double jeopardy."

"I still don't get how anyone can be found not guilty of a murder and then be found responsible for it in any way shape or form," Simpson said in a phone interview from his Florida home. "... If you're found not guilty, how can you be found responsible? I'd love to hear how that's not double jeopardy."

Simpson said he had no opinion about Blake's guilt or innocence in the murder of his wife, Bonny Lee Bakley, because he did not follow either trial closely.

Simpson said Blake was subjected to an unfair system in which a civil jury can essentially reverse a criminal jury's finding by using a lesser standard of proof in which jurors need be convinced only by "a preponderance of the evidence," meaning at least 51 percent.

"If that was the standard in criminal trials, only 51 percent, then so many people would be convicted that we'd have to build more jails," Simpson said. "The standard is the difference."

Simpson was acquitted of the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ronald Goldman, then was sued in civil court where a jury found him liable for their deaths and awarded damages of $33.5 million. In Blake's case, the jury awarded $30 million, a figure Simpson said was suspiciously similar.

"It was too coincidental," he said.

In both trials, he said, lawyers were aware that the acquitted defendants were out of money and would not be able to pay the damages. Blake has said he's broke and owes money to the Internal Revenue Service. Before the trial began, Blake tried to settle with the family for $250,000, which he said was the remainder of his once-large fortune. They rejected the offer.

Simpson, a former football star at the University of Southern California and in the NFL, moved to Florida where he lives on a pension that is untouchable to satisfy court judgments.

"Trust me," Simpson said. "I'm happy with my life. I'm not complaining."

Simpson said he hopes that someone eventually will go the U.S. Supreme Court to challenge the system that allows double trials.

"I'd love to see the Supreme Court rule on one of these cases," he said. He also noted that a defendant must have the money to post a bond to appeal the judgment, which is usually beyond their financial ability.

Asked if he had any advice for Blake, he said, "If Robert Blake has friends and family around him, he'll do fine. I would give him the same advice I gave Michael (Jackson). You've got your kid. Go and raise your kid."

He added, "To me, the thing that's most disturbing is to watch these lawyers grand standing. It's all for TV and for the book deals. I predict they will make a book deal. They did it in my case."

OJ IS SUCH A MORON...NOT TO MENTION A FEW OTHER THINGS!

theshark8777 · 11-26-2005, 01:09 AM

I actually agree with OJ on this one. Not that I dont think he's guilty, but he was acquitted.

TJL · 11-26-2005, 01:22 PM

Of course, if Robert Blake and O.J. were found guilty in the first place, there would be no need for a civil lawsuit.

Janice · 11-26-2005, 01:50 PM

Once again O.J., how many people did you slaughter?

theshark8777 · 11-26-2005, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TJL

Of course, if Robert Blake and O.J. were found guilty in the first place, there would be no need for a civil lawsuit.

There would still be a civil lawsuit, its all about the money with civil cases. The family would still want their money.

DarkLordDotan · 11-26-2005, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by theshark8777

There would still be a civil lawsuit, its all about the money with civil cases. The family would still want their money.

That's pretty much the size of it.

It's the same as those people who sue gun makers for crimes, despite the fact that the crimes were caused by criminals, not the gun manufactures.

Or when some idiot burns him/herself with coffee and sues the coffeeshop... Despite the fact that the cup says in big, bright letters "CAUTION: HOT!"

Not that I'm defending OJ or anything, but these civil cases are getting out of hand.

dawsongirl · 11-26-2005, 10:42 PM

Dude needs to read a book once in awhile. A civil suit doesn't mean you're guilty...just means you had some hand in their death or not preventing it and now you have to cough up way too much money so the deceased relatives can live the good life.

$30 Million for Blake's skank wife? She wasn't worth 30 bucks.

GeorgeWBushGOP · 11-30-2005, 11:59 AM

Gimme a break O.J.

The only reason your black ass isn't in jail is because you had a prosecuting team that was so "Star Struck" they messed up the whole case.

The Jury was well within their rights and followed the Judge's instruction and came up with the only conclusion that was honest considering the limited evidence they saw.

But as the jury all personally if they really think you are the murderer?

We all know you are.

Not Guilty was the ONLY verdict they could come up with for obvious reasons none of which is your innocence.

11-22-2005, 10:25 PM	#1
Ireneparalegal LEGAL SPICE ;) Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 25, 2005 Location: OXNARD, CA - WHERE THE DALLAS COWBOYS TRAIN & PRACTICE Posts: 38,689	O.J. Simpson "finds this disturbing"... O.J.: U.S. Courts Allow 'Double Jeopardy' By LINDA DEUTSCH, AP Special Correspondent Fri Nov 18, 8:39 PM ET LOS ANGELES - O.J. Simpson on Friday questioned the system that allowed both him and actor Robert Blake to be found liable for murder after being acquitted in criminal court, calling it "double jeopardy." "I still don't get how anyone can be found not guilty of a murder and then be found responsible for it in any way shape or form," Simpson said in a phone interview from his Florida home. "... If you're found not guilty, how can you be found responsible? I'd love to hear how that's not double jeopardy." Simpson said he had no opinion about Blake's guilt or innocence in the murder of his wife, Bonny Lee Bakley, because he did not follow either trial closely. Simpson said Blake was subjected to an unfair system in which a civil jury can essentially reverse a criminal jury's finding by using a lesser standard of proof in which jurors need be convinced only by "a preponderance of the evidence," meaning at least 51 percent. "If that was the standard in criminal trials, only 51 percent, then so many people would be convicted that we'd have to build more jails," Simpson said. "The standard is the difference." Simpson was acquitted of the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ronald Goldman, then was sued in civil court where a jury found him liable for their deaths and awarded damages of $33.5 million. In Blake's case, the jury awarded $30 million, a figure Simpson said was suspiciously similar. "It was too coincidental," he said. In both trials, he said, lawyers were aware that the acquitted defendants were out of money and would not be able to pay the damages. Blake has said he's broke and owes money to the Internal Revenue Service. Before the trial began, Blake tried to settle with the family for $250,000, which he said was the remainder of his once-large fortune. They rejected the offer. Simpson, a former football star at the University of Southern California and in the NFL, moved to Florida where he lives on a pension that is untouchable to satisfy court judgments. "Trust me," Simpson said. "I'm happy with my life. I'm not complaining." Simpson said he hopes that someone eventually will go the U.S. Supreme Court to challenge the system that allows double trials. "I'd love to see the Supreme Court rule on one of these cases," he said. He also noted that a defendant must have the money to post a bond to appeal the judgment, which is usually beyond their financial ability. Asked if he had any advice for Blake, he said, "If Robert Blake has friends and family around him, he'll do fine. I would give him the same advice I gave Michael (Jackson). You've got your kid. Go and raise your kid." He added, "To me, the thing that's most disturbing is to watch these lawyers grand standing. It's all for TV and for the book deals. I predict they will make a book deal. They did it in my case." OJ IS SUCH A MORON...NOT TO MENTION A FEW OTHER THINGS!
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11-26-2005, 01:09 AM	#2
theshark8777 Hats for Bats Forum Veteran Join Date: Jan 23, 2001 Location: northeast Ohio. Posts: 5,315	I actually agree with OJ on this one. Not that I dont think he's guilty, but he was acquitted.
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11-26-2005, 01:22 PM	#3
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11-26-2005, 01:50 PM	#4
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,389	Once again O.J., how many people did you slaughter? Attached Images

11-26-2005, 10:42 PM	#7
dawsongirl Member Forum Icon Join Date: Jan 04, 2001 Posts: 53,128	Dude needs to read a book once in awhile. A civil suit doesn't mean you're guilty...just means you had some hand in their death or not preventing it and now you have to cough up way too much money so the deceased relatives can live the good life. $30 Million for Blake's skank wife? She wasn't worth 30 bucks.

11-30-2005, 11:59 AM	#8
GeorgeWBushGOP Member Forum Regular Join Date: Sep 04, 2004 Location: NYC Posts: 802	Gimme a break O.J. The only reason your black ass isn't in jail is because you had a prosecuting team that was so "Star Struck" they messed up the whole case. The Jury was well within their rights and followed the Judge's instruction and came up with the only conclusion that was honest considering the limited evidence they saw. But as the jury all personally if they really think you are the murderer? We all know you are. Not Guilty was the ONLY verdict they could come up with for obvious reasons none of which is your innocence.