Arthur Donato Quotes

This would take the guesswork out of it (a defendant?s statement) -- let the guy sit down and then the jury can decide whether it was voluntary and hear exactly what and how it (the statement) was given. - Arthur Donato

This case must be sufficiently confusing for two juries not to be able to agree. One mistrial may be a fluke, but there is something about this trial that is not inspiring a jury with any confidence to convict. - Arthur Donato

So to put someone through more than that would be unfair. There is no magic number that I?m aware of. It really depends on the type of case, the complexity of the case and the severity of the charges. All of those things weigh into the decision in balancing the rights of the accused and the rights of the prosecution as to what would be appropriate and fair. - Arthur Donato

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