- And the hearing has ended. Will recap soon. about 3 hours ago
- Wilbert: I will leave to door open if the defense wants to file further briefs and arguments before trial. about 3 hours ago
- Wilbert: There was no imminent threat by Tiller, who was shot in the back of his church, so self-defense is not appropriate. about 3 hours ago
- Wilbert: courts can also rule that self- defense is not appropriate, when a threat is not imminent. about 3 hours ago
- Wilbert: (paraphrasing) If trespassing isn't a viable use of the necessity defense, it can hardly apply to killing. about 3 hours ago
- Wilbert: Quoting KS Supreme Court - to allow this would be to sanction vigilantes and would result in anarchy. about 3 hours ago
- In other words, you can't perform an illegal act to prevent a legal act. about 3 hours ago
- Wilbert: Appeals courts say the necessity defense isn't viable for trespassing at abortion clinics. And trespassing is a misdemeanor. about 3 hours ago
- Wilbert: Although people may disagree, abortion is legal. about 3 hours ago
- Wilbert: In Kansas case law, blocking access to a clinic was not adequate for a necessity defense. about 3 hours ago
Since May 31, 2009, when Scott shot and killed Dr. George Tiller, the late-term abortionist in Wichita, Kansas, life has been very overwhelming, frustrating, maddening, and even scary at times. Hopefully, this will provide a safe outlet to release.
12/22/09
Ron Sylvester - Tweets of Scott Roeder hearing
Eagle courts reporter Ron Sylvester has been sending ultra-brief updates from this Sedgwick County hearing this morning via Twitter. To get the latest updates, refresh or reload this story in your browser.
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