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Originally Posted by GFED
There's no doubt that Zimmerman has been in "custody" this whole time. He probably asked for it. It's not like he can go out in public without the fear of someone murdering him. I also believe that he asked for this "trial" to prove his innocence. We all know that you're guilty until proven innocent in this country.
Sadly the outcome of this trial won't change public opinion nor will Zimmerman ever be able to walk in public again without fearing his life. This is a big waste of time and money to give "closure" to Trayvon's family. Unfortunately the massed hordes will still want blood after Zimmerman is acquitted.
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That all remains to be seen. I've never been a part of the criminal legal system so, for me, the Trayvon case, among other things, brought forth the knowledge that you can carry a gun, follow someone, confront them, shoot and kill them, and not be charged for anything right away.
It's not like Zimmerman hasn't been arrested and charged for the much smaller offenses of resisting officer with violence and battery of law enforcement officer. Those are 3rd degree felonies. They were only dropped and then waived because he entered an alcohol education program.