RSJ Posted January 14, 2006 Share Posted January 14, 2006 I never thought of using the playoffs as an excuse to miss a court date. http://www.theredzone.org/news/showarticle.asp?ArticleID=3639 Trial of Redskins' Taylor delayed so he won't miss playoffs MIAMI - The trial of Washington Redskins safety Sean Taylor for allegedly pointing a gun during a dispute was postponed Friday so it won't interfere with his availability through the NFL playoffs. Prosecutor Michael Grieco told Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Mary Barzee that Taylor should not be treated differently than any other defendant, many of whom have to miss work to attend court, and his trial should begin as scheduled Tuesday. He also pointed to Taylor's ejection from last Saturday's playoff win over Tampa Bay for spitting in the face of Buccaneer running back Michael Pittman. "Mr. Taylor has not been a model citizen," Grieco said. But Taylor's attorney, Edward Carhart, told the judge that would create a hardship for Taylor and the Redskins, who play the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday. If they win, they would play Jan. 22 in the NFC championship game. Carhart also said he still needs to interview some witnesses. Barzee agreed with Carhart and moved the trial to March 20. The trial had originally been scheduled for last October, but was delayed so Taylor would not have to leave the team. Taylor was not at Friday's hearing. Taylor, a former University of Miami standout, was allegedly among a group of people who got into an armed confrontation over an all-terrain vehicle. Prosecutors say Taylor pointed a gun during the dispute and is charged with aggravated assault with a firearm and simple battery. Taylor, who has pleaded not guilty, faces up to 16 years in prison if convicted. Taylor signed a seven-year, $18 million contract after being drafted by the Redskins in 2004. He is free on $16,500 bond. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackout Posted January 14, 2006 Share Posted January 14, 2006 well it IS considered working Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gun Of Bavaria Posted January 14, 2006 Share Posted January 14, 2006 There is no special treatment for stars in the American justice system. Repeat. There is no special treatment for stars in the American justice system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patchyfogg Posted January 17, 2006 Share Posted January 17, 2006 Maybe the Judge was the same 'Skins season-ticket holding arbitrator from a few years back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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