Is Tom Sneddon Incompetent?

A report corrects a colossal mistake made by the Prosecutor of Santa Barbara, Tom Sneddon during that now infamous press conference: ============================================ One particular thread of the Michael Jackson case is strikingly instructive on how this can occur — even in the face of the news media’s prompt and repeated attempts to root out the mistake. In this instance, the error involves not some peripheral narrative detail, but an issue fundamental to the prosecution: Does a California law adopted after an abortive 1993 investigation into allegations that the singer had molested a young boy allow prosecutors to compel an alleged child victim to testify? [b]The answer is no. There is no such law.[/b] If you thought there was, you’re in extensive company — including a large number of the callers discussing the case on AM talk radio and a clutch of reporters and commentators. Jeffery Toobin, CNN’s legal-affairs analyst, told colleague Miles O’Brien later that day, as they covered Jackson’s surrender to authorities. O’Brien: “As a parent, I can’t imagine anybody trying to compel an 11-year-old … to testify in court. I’m sure a lot of people would have problems with that.” [b]Toobin: “No, it can’t be done under California law. In fact, the law is broader than that. You can’t even compel an adult victim of a sexual assault to testify. That statement by the district attorney is simply wrong. There can be no compulsion.”[/b] ====================================== I guess in all of his gleefulness, he just….forgot? You be the judge. :arrow Read FULL Story >>