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Hurwitz Trial Update
Friday, December 10, 2004

by Frank Fisher, M.D. for the Pain Relief Network; 12/10/2004. Originally posted: 12/14/2004; [www.doctordeluca.com/Library/WOD/HurwitzUpdate041210.htm].

Friends,

The jury is still out.

Today, juror #12 requested to be relieved of duty because of the illness of a family pet. Judge Wechsler granted his request without consulting with defense attorneys. This capricious action represents an abrogation of Dr. Hurwitzą due process rights.

The defense team objected, and moved for a mistrial. Their motion was not granted, and Judge Wechsler issued a further ruling, requiring the attorneys to wait at the courthouse for a verdict, rather than in the comfort of their apartment 5 minutes away.

-- Frank (Frank Fisher, M.D.)

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