Attorneys request new judge for Delphi murder case, citing defense bias.
Attorneys Petition Indiana Supreme Court to Replace Judge in Delphi Murder Case
A group of concerned attorneys, unaffiliated with the Delphi murder case, have taken action to replace the special judge assigned to the high-profile trial. Attorneys Mark Leeman and Cara Wieneke have filed a Writ of Mandus, arguing that the defendant, Richard Allen, has had his rights violated by Special Judge Fran Gull. The attorneys claim that Allen’s right to a speedy trial has been compromised, and they also allege that Judge Gull has shown bias against the defense.
The case involves the brutal murder of two teenage girls, Abby Williams and Libby German, which has captured national attention. Allen, the prime suspect, is accused of luring the girls off a hiking trail and killing them in a wooded area. The original attorneys assigned to Allen’s defense, Andrew Baldwin and Bradley Rozzi, were removed from the case under controversial circumstances, prompting Leeman and Wieneke to take action.
Baldwin and Rozzi claim that during a closed-door meeting with Judge Gull, she threatened to damage their professional reputation unless they withdrew from the case. Fearing the consequences, the attorneys complied but later filed a petition to represent Allen pro bono. However, Judge Gull denied their request and barred them from any involvement in the trial.
Attorneys Leeman and Wieneke are now urging the Supreme Court to appoint a new judge and release the transcripts of the meeting where Judge Gull allegedly made the threats. They argue that replacing Allen’s original attorneys has violated his constitutional right to a speedy trial, as the trial’s start date has been pushed back several months.
Baldwin and Rozzi have already submitted a brief to the Indiana Supreme Court, calling for an investigation into Judge Gull’s handling of the case. In response, Judge Gull has requested more time to address the filing.
Meanwhile, Allen himself has expressed his desire for Baldwin and Rozzi to continue representing him. In a letter to Judge Gull, he stated that he believes they are acting in his best interest.
The defense team has also presented an alternative theory, suggesting that the girls were killed by members of a pagan Norse religion, which has been hijacked by white nationalists. They argue that Allen has no connection to any pagan cult and that there is no forensic or electronic evidence linking him to the crime scene.
In their filing, the attorneys highlight the investigation into two groups of Odinists, one from Delphi and another from Rushville, Indiana, who were suspected of involvement in the murders. They point to ritualistic symbols found at the crime scene, including the positioning of Libby’s body, as evidence of a ritual sacrifice. They criticize the lack of further investigation into these symbols and claim that at least one branch found at the scene was cut with an electronic device, suggesting premeditation. The defense also notes that Libby’s blood was used to paint a rune on a tree, which they argue is a calling card of the pagan religious cult.
Carroll County Prosecutor Nicholas McLeland has dismissed this theory as a “fanciful defense for social media to devour.”
Why are the attorneys calling on the Indiana Supreme Court to replace Judge Gull with a different judge
Uest without providing a reason. According to Leeman and Wieneke, this behavior by Judge Gull raises serious concerns about her ability to impartially preside over the trial.
In their Writ of Mandus, Leeman and Wieneke argue that Allen’s right to a speedy trial has been violated. The attorneys claim that Judge Gull has delayed the proceedings by scheduling unnecessary hearings and failing to promptly address motions. They also allege that Judge Gull has shown bias against the defense, as evidenced by her threatening behavior towards Baldwin and Rozzi.
The attorneys are calling on the Indiana Supreme Court to replace Judge Gull with a different judge who can ensure a fair and expeditious trial for Richard Allen. They argue that a negative perception of the judge could undermine the integrity of the trial and potentially lead to a mistrial or an erroneous conviction.
The case of Abby Williams and Libby German has garnered significant attention from the media and the public. The brutal nature of the crime and the fact that it remains unsolved has frustrated and outraged many. It is crucial that the trial proceedings are conducted in a manner that upholds the principles of justice and protects the rights of the defendant.
While Leeman and Wieneke are not directly involved in the Delphi murder case, their actions demonstrate the importance of an impartial judiciary and the need for public confidence in the legal system. Attorneys have a duty to ensure that their clients receive a fair trial, and in this case, they believe that the defendant’s rights have been compromised.
The Indiana Supreme Court now faces the task of considering the petition and deciding whether to replace Judge Gull. The court must carefully weigh the allegations of bias and the potential impact on the trial’s fairness. Ultimately, the goal should be to ensure that justice is served and that the families of Abby Williams and Libby German find closure.
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