Reiser Out of Control
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As I wrote early on, Mr. Reiser may prove to be the defense’s biggest problem.
Today, Reiser went nearly ballistic over testimony that touched on the child custody issue, and he began to turn on the defense team. This is a dangerous moment for the defense because a criminal defendant has a nearly absolute right to fire his lawyers and represent himself. [His right to change lawers midstream is more limited. ] If Reiser represents himself, a conviction is nearly assured, and any later claim for ineffective counsel is rendered moot.
The morning testimony concerned Reiser's finalncial transactions. Suffice it to say that he appeared to be in financial distress. Not really news.
I'll pick up these threads Thursday.
JBG
