tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post4889291243036922073..comments2024-03-29T08:14:13.708-04:00Comments on THE BLOG: FREE SPEECH, DAVID RANCK, AND THE BLOGRumpolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08380575650255695462noreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-60894693875783126332009-03-27T21:14:00.000-04:002009-03-27T21:14:00.000-04:00www.leonardobarquin.comex-police Jorge Espinosa ha...www.leonardobarquin.com<BR/>ex-police Jorge Espinosa has a record of police brutality before and after assasinating Leanardo Barquin <BR/><BR/>Beatriz Luis-Garcia,mother of Leonardo BarquinAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-56554670240295503942009-03-27T21:13:00.001-04:002009-03-27T21:13:00.001-04:00I feel bad for the kid and his family, and while t...I feel bad for the kid and his family, and while they may not have realized that getting shot was an option, you assume that risk when you break into someones home. homeowners or police officers have no other option but to assume a person breaking into a home intends to do them harm and must act accordingly and swiftly. thinking otherwise could endanger their safety. its a no win, but the right of the violated must supersede those of the perpetrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-89138635018509604672009-03-27T21:13:00.000-04:002009-03-27T21:13:00.000-04:00Total cover up by the State Attorneys Office and t...Total cover up by the State Attorneys Office and the Police Dept. Where is the gun? Not even the FBI found the weapon. He was a teenager without a criminal record, never had been arrested and was disarmed. Espinosa could have arrested him and allowed him his day in court. Espinosa is a murdered and a coward. He should be indicted.<BR/><BR/>P.S. I wonder how Katherine Fernandez Rundle would have handled this had it been one of her delinquent sons!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-71569417302183697192009-03-27T21:12:00.001-04:002009-03-27T21:12:00.001-04:00Let’s talk about the facts.A teen -with a clean re...Let’s talk about the facts.<BR/><BR/>A teen -with a clean record- made a mistake and paid with his life… A former police officer with a record of police brutality killed him and nothing happened to him… A prosecutor is removed from the case when he found some reasonable doubt about the shooting… Five years after the shooting the prosecutor is still investigating the case…<BR/><BR/>Feel free to make your own conclusion.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-69987504980190081322009-03-27T21:12:00.000-04:002009-03-27T21:12:00.000-04:00there are some really arrogant JERKS here who eith...there are some really arrogant JERKS here who either have never left their home or are clearly living the hypocritical life. tell me you've never made a mistake, and only then you can judge another for making one.<BR/><BR/>he DID deserve his day in court, like any one else.. as did his family.<BR/><BR/>Jorge Espinosa was an officer of the law, not a civilian in his home. he WAs trained to shoot ONLY if he felt his life was in danger, and it wasn't.<BR/><BR/>NOR DID HE FEEL IT SO, because Leonardo Barquin owned NO gun.<BR/>... i would know, i was his girlfriend.<BR/><BR/>I READ THE WRITTEN STATEMENTS WHERE OTHER POLICE OFFICERS SAY THEY FOUND ESPINOSA ON TOP OF HIM, HOW THEY HAD TO SEPERATE HIM BECAUSE HE WAS EXCITED, AND HOW THE HEARD LEO BEG, 'PLEASE DON'T KILL ME'.<BR/><BR/>I SAW THE PICTURES. HIS WHOLE BODY WAS COVERED IN BRUISES, NOT JUST AROUND THE BULLET HOLES. SO TAKE WHAT YOU WANT FROM IT, BUT SOMETHING WAS COVERED UP THAT DAY, AND FIVE YEARS LATER NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE ABOUT IT.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-36300519113515808542009-03-25T13:01:00.000-04:002009-03-25T13:01:00.000-04:00I left the SAO several years ago after being a pro...I left the SAO several years ago after being a prosecutor for years. While there, I was openly critical of certain members of the administration, disagreed with her decisions on a couple of cases, and supported unionization. <BR/><BR/>Neither KFR nor anyone else EVER retaliated or did anything inappropriate in response (even though, as I look back on it today, I probably would've deserved a harsh talking to if not more). In fact, I received two promotions despite my actions. Say what you want, but KFR goes out of her way to treat prosecutors fairly (I can cite examples of other prosecutors she graciously tried to rehabilitate, but cannot do so without unnecessarily rehashing old news and embarassing people, so I won't). The vindictiveness claim is nonsense largely perpetrated by the prosecutors or former prosecutors who got what they had coming (it doesn't help that certain Chief Assistants have spoken out of school and contributed to the problems by undermining Kathy and/or each other).<BR/><BR/>As I look back on my career in the comforts of my office, I realize that much of my frustration was born out of my passion for the job (yes, the source of my strength also was my greatest weakness). I have come to the realization that Kathy has done a pretty good (albiet imperfect) job in spite of almost insurmountable challenges like ridiculously low funding, an inability to efficiently discipline those who deserve it, and the PBA's abuse. Regardless, many of the naysayers would appreciate her more if they spent some time with her. <BR/><BR/>BTDT<BR/><BR/>PS-----I also know of several cases where Kathy DECLINED to prosecute charges I or others thought were appropriate because she felt there wasn't enough there. Kathy also was a big supporter of the Justice Project from the get go. I can't speak to Satz, but any assertion that Kathy doesn't care about guilt or innocence is ridiculous.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-48157418212834635622009-03-24T11:43:00.000-04:002009-03-24T11:43:00.000-04:00Red Rover, Red Rover,Sir Rump what happened when t...Red Rover, Red Rover,<BR/>Sir Rump what happened when the Princess come over?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-89713282896839114752009-03-23T23:55:00.000-04:002009-03-23T23:55:00.000-04:00word is that milton hirsch will have opposition fr...word is that milton hirsch will have opposition from a cuban female.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-20239749992953676442009-03-23T23:09:00.000-04:002009-03-23T23:09:00.000-04:00ABE saying ranck has gotten too many breaks strike...ABE saying ranck has gotten too many breaks strikes me as a tad hypocitical coming from the likes of you. I respect your abilities as a trial lawyer so i wont get into the specifics but you too have had some "breaks" when you have had some "issues" at the saoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-42843467030309771072009-03-23T21:08:00.000-04:002009-03-23T21:08:00.000-04:00Sunday 8:57 AM and Sunday 3:49 PM have been fired....Sunday 8:57 AM and Sunday 3:49 PM have been fired.<BR/><BR/>I have requested and expect to be granted special firing privileges from Gov. Crist. Be warned that anyone who criticizes THE STATE ATTORNEY, myself or any of those who kiss our asses will be fired.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-41545829992604199862009-03-23T19:38:00.000-04:002009-03-23T19:38:00.000-04:00word is that milton hirsch will have opposition fr...word is that milton hirsch will have opposition from a cuban male.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-85212401540332164512009-03-23T14:35:00.000-04:002009-03-23T14:35:00.000-04:00Heard through the grapevine you're getting your le...Heard through the grapevine you're getting your legal hands on the latina at eight o'clock Sir Rump.<BR/><BR/>You Know You Have a Bad Lawyer When...<BR/>He picks the jury by playing "duck-duck-goose."Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-52766733732263610192009-03-23T09:57:00.000-04:002009-03-23T09:57:00.000-04:00This is the Rumpole I like. Interesting story abo...This is the Rumpole I like. Interesting story about a justice building issue, mixed in with just enough A-hole to make it fun.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-76120208410558263312009-03-23T09:41:00.000-04:002009-03-23T09:41:00.000-04:00The treatment of Ranck is no different then how th...The treatment of Ranck is no different then how the KFR, Horn, and Lorna show handles all matters. If you have KFR's ear, you can smash a prosecutor.<BR/><BR/>Some idiots like to run around and get people in trouble, like a wanna be prominent DUI attorney did years ago to a few of the clerks. Some people try to come up with bullshit lies about prosecutors, as a few unnamed short defense attorneys have done in the past.<BR/><BR/>The problem is that KFR does not stand up for her prosecutors, unless you are one of the prized women in her building. Some believe it is the female and Cuban bias, some think it is the sex KFR may get on the side. However, we all know that if you are not in KFR's pocket, you can be crushed at any time.<BR/><BR/>Look at some who have left the office, but during their tenure were mistreated by the KFR cronies. One is wearing a robe today! Actually a couple are.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-50416583535856892682009-03-23T08:17:00.000-04:002009-03-23T08:17:00.000-04:00I am admittedly on the outside looking in. There a...I am admittedly on the outside looking in. There are two reasons for this: 1) I am not a journalist nor have I ever said I was. I am a lawyer. 2) Because of my anonymity I cannot just call people up and start interviewing them. <BR/><BR/>I cite to where I get my information, in this case the Herald. Although I reading Mr. Laeser's comments I seem to remember that in the original posts I did with Ranck's memos, Ranck did say that initially he was in trial. <BR/><BR/>I would never suggest one accept what one reads anywhere, most of all any blog as facts. <BR/><BR/>I have always said that the purpose of this blog was to foster discussion, and in that realm I believe I have been successful. <BR/><BR/>As to KFR all I can tell you is this- I have done business with the last two State Attorneys and there is a marked difference between the two women in their desire to search for the truth. With Reno it was always her number one priority and she researched and reviewed whatever allegations, no matter how specious, any lawyer, or citizen for that matter, brought to her attention. The result was that her prosecutors were easier to deal with- NEVER did any ASA ever say to me when Reno was State attorney "I know you're right, but id I do this I'll get fired."<BR/><BR/>In the last month I have heard that said to me TWICE- once by a supervisor. <BR/><BR/>Is it easy to bash KFR? You bet. She gives us so many opportunities and if her job creates problems for her and requires her to make tough decisions then I have no sympathy for her. That is what the job requires, and she ran for re-election twice, so I am assuming she wants those tough decisions on her plate, although her actions speak otherwise. <BR/><BR/>HRRumpolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08380575650255695462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-82413447206330108002009-03-23T00:40:00.000-04:002009-03-23T00:40:00.000-04:00Rumpole, You made up your "facts".The Major called...Rumpole, You made up your "facts".<BR/><BR/>The Major called me because Ranck was in trial. For that reason alone, I became involved in the case. I NEVER bother anyone in trial with other matters; I assume that the present trial is too important.<BR/><BR/>I got permission to work on the case, and eventually prosecuted the co-defendant burglar for felony murder.<BR/><BR/>Three persons were in the house. One was dead, one fled during the shooting, and one refused to voluntarily co-operate with most aspects of the police shooting investigation.<BR/><BR/>Perhaps one of the Anonymous defense counsel could suggest how to prove a crime beyond a reasonable doubt.<BR/><BR/>It is far too easy to trash KFR. Perhaps the rantings of Mr. Ranck are not always entitled to unexamined discussion. He probably has gotten more than one big break; yet wants to sue everyone. <BR/><BR/>What surprises me is that Rumpole is buying into this mis-statement of what took place. I thought that he might have actually looked into it. After all, the Barquin case is closed and a public record.<BR/><BR/>Demagogues exist in all forms + with all political leanings, eh Rumpy?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-36751197831408956222009-03-22T22:34:00.000-04:002009-03-22T22:34:00.000-04:00I miss the Sunday DUI power rankings.I miss the Sunday DUI power rankings.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-58823514159487546272009-03-22T22:18:00.000-04:002009-03-22T22:18:00.000-04:00Lawsuits against the SAO?Brilliant.Perhaps a few m...Lawsuits against the SAO?<BR/><BR/>Brilliant.<BR/><BR/>Perhaps a few more of them will make the SAO rethink its ways.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-11584835703951764442009-03-22T21:22:00.000-04:002009-03-22T21:22:00.000-04:00Can anybody confirm the RUMOR/ GINA MENDEZ running...Can anybody confirm the RUMOR/ GINA MENDEZ running again, against another male incumbent??????Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-28300882605596784572009-03-22T21:07:00.000-04:002009-03-22T21:07:00.000-04:00Obama and Geithner Knew About AIG Bonuses for Mont...Obama and Geithner Knew About AIG Bonuses for Months!!!!!<BR/><BR/>BTW, Rump you're twittering with the Princess. Send her a message-"the republican" says she's looking mighty good.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-58185003659754558822009-03-22T19:56:00.000-04:002009-03-22T19:56:00.000-04:003:49, while I agree with most of what you said, it...3:49, while I agree with most of what you said, it is absurd to suggest that one witness cases should never go to trial. You need to use the judgment you talked about in your statement to make the decision you think is right on each particular case. Not every one witness case is made up or a loser. Your failure to understand that is why the office limits your ability to make decisions.<BR/><BR/>The world is grey my friend. It took me a dozen years to learn that. The faster you learn it, the better off you'll be (I hope you learn it faster than I did!).<BR/><BR/>That said, I admire your desire to do the right thing......I operated on the same principle when I was an ASA and wish others did the same.<BR/><BR/>Good luck.<BR/><BR/>BTDTAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-46073268810000632852009-03-22T19:43:00.000-04:002009-03-22T19:43:00.000-04:003:49 should run for state attorney or, at the very...3:49 should run for state attorney or, at the very least, be given Don Horn's job.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-90825408857343278172009-03-22T19:32:00.000-04:002009-03-22T19:32:00.000-04:00The Q's brief to the 2nd Circuit to free Madoff on...The Q's brief to the 2nd Circuit to free Madoff on bond pending sentencing has been called a masterpiece of legal literature. Stunningly brief, just six pages of argument, it's quotes range from Kant to Golda Mier, and his preview of the argument that Madoff is entitled to a 17 level downward departure has been called "brilliant beyond all measure."<BR/><BR/>Go Q Go!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-3642892734228626992009-03-22T19:23:00.000-04:002009-03-22T19:23:00.000-04:003:49 -- You are undoubtedly a credit to your offic...3:49 -- You are undoubtedly a credit to your office and the people of the state of Florida. I wish the SAO were filled with others like you - those who know how to separate the wheat from the chaff and who can call BS when they see it. I don't often post but you deserve props for telling it like it is (or should be). Now, can I encourage you to actually run against KFR?<BR/><BR/>Signed,<BR/><BR/>An admiring PDAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19039943.post-8072307904055549782009-03-22T18:38:00.000-04:002009-03-22T18:38:00.000-04:00RED ROVER RED ROVER South Florida lawyers Blog.......RED ROVER RED ROVER South Florida lawyers Blog....<BR/><BR/>invites SHUMIE TIME OVER.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com