1/ A significant misstep by the prosecution resulted in a mistrial in Michael Avenatti's second criminal trial.
While he successfully bought himself some time, the prosecution can now use that time to improve its case for the next trial.
While he successfully bought himself some time, the prosecution can now use that time to improve its case for the next trial.
https://twitter.com/meghanncuniff/status/1430215126083276802
2/ Avenatti is getting a new trial because the government did not provide evidence that could be exculpatory to Avenatti before the trial.
But this case looks very difficult for Avenatti to win, and it doesn't look like the evidence is a game-changer.
But this case looks very difficult for Avenatti to win, and it doesn't look like the evidence is a game-changer.
3/ Avenatti could have suggested to the judge that the violation would be cured if the government was prevented from making certain arguments and offering certain evidence, and that may have been a better move.
It's hard to tell for sure without knowing all of the specifics.
It's hard to tell for sure without knowing all of the specifics.
4/ While Avenatti has ample litigation experience, his decision to represent himself means that he is making these difficult judgment calls. That is unquestionably a bad decision that will likely not end well. /end
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