LIVE: Real Lawyer Reacts - Darrell Brooks Kicked Out of Courtroom - Good or Bad? - Day 9 Recap

[@lesliemarie6358]

This judge is a Saint in regards to her patience. It's unbelievable how disrespectful he can be and she just chills so cool & collected.

[@thebluehotel426]

Yeah, her patience doesn't wear out. She seems to be able to replenish it. She was a public defender so her sympathies lie there, I guess.

[@weicco]

Would it be fair to say that is your judicial decision? Grounds!

[@windywednesday4166]

@@weicco Overruled. The witness will continue.

[@katejohns6980]

@@thebluehotel426 I don’t think she is sympathetic towards the defence in any way, she has one job, to get this trial going while protecting the record so DB doesn’t get a mistrial. She is doing exactly that. You catch more flies with honey.

[@BillClinton228]

This guy is the definition of "rights without responsibility"... Even Jeff Dahmer had remorse for what he did and asked the state to give him the harshest sentence. This guy doesn't care He wont last 5 minutes in prison

[@julieo4580]

What is really scary is how many times he’s been let off for the past crimes he’s committed. I live in Illinois and I cannot believe what our state is doing with bail soon. It’s people like him that are why we need it.

[@kimberlysmith7625]

You are so right! He is a violent career criminal who never should have been allowed to walk about freely in society.

[@deankovacs]

I take solace in the fact that he will never get to 'do what he wants' ever again in life. 😂

[@ahnonemous8250]

Facts!

[@LD86]

Amen to that! With all luck an inmate will deliver the Justice he truly deserves.

[@lilyrrichard236]

I agree! He's useless and worthless .

[@jung.forever.]

💪🏽

[@OpportunisticOmnivore]

I watched most of the trial today (watching replay here now). Brooks whining about his life being over and not being able to visit friends when HE KILLED PEOPLE is just too much. Whining about a made up shoulder injury when a witness today had TWO KNEE SURGERIES, flew 15-20 feet from the car, and had their son get run over ALL BY BROOKS is just… I don’t know. Words are not enough for the anger and frustration of watching that part of the interrogation, seeing that witness, and hearing the audio of the marching band part of his rampage all in one day. I assume the jury is just as filled with rage as we are and will act swiftly and accordingly.

[@Estecuban]

He literally makes my blood boil!!!! That crap that comes out of his mouth is insane. On one hand he acts like a know it all and then at other times he acts like the court is unfair and he doesn’t know what he’s doing. I can’t standddddddd himmmmm! A narcissist in every way

[@CuriousTammy]

He's just used to manipulating people and talking his way out of stuff by exhausting the people around him until they give up and say "okay, you're right" just to end the debate and get away from him. That won't work in court in the long-term, and luckily for all of us, he's now in a supermax cell with soundproofed walls where nobody but him can hear him talk for 23 hours a day.

[@georgiabadon2577]

He's such a annoying sob always starts an argument when things don't work out the way he thinks they should he is trying to cause mistrail he's so stupid and ignorant

[@robinbeck4610]

Re his name all in caps. Judge D also asked at one point if he would recognize or acknowledge his name if it wasn’t all in caps and he said “NO!” She mentioned something about it being part of his antics, obviously.

[@lisakay8798]

This Judge has the patience of a Saint. I have never ever screamed STFU at my screen out loud multiple times.

[@lizadivine3785]

And i have been screaming at the judge to reign him in and put in him another courtroom for nearly 11 days

[@ahnonemous8250]

@@lizadivine3785 yea I kinda want to see her use the ankle shock on him or g a g and b ind him

[@LD86]

She has shown Herculean restraint and patience. I can’t say I would be.

[@Ann-kg1zd]

Me too! I actually got my first headache today watching this trial.

[@lizadivine3785]

@@Ann-kg1zd when the rights of a murder outweighs the rights of his victims and judges know the murderer has more rights… you don’t have a country. Get used to it.

[@johnnyD1971]

It is hard to be here in Waukesha WI because we want to talk about this Guy. but we can't because we may unintentionally hurt the people we are talking to because they are connected to what this Guy did. Just know no one here in Waukesha likes this guy and we want justice done soon. Prayers and love to all those touched by the violence of Mr. Brooks.

[@QuinnieMae]

Hi John. I want you to know that you may be in WI and I may be in CO but I feel like a Waukeshan... Your state and your town have gone through a _lot_ in the last couple years and the way all of you pull together at least for this trial is beautiful. I love the loyalty of Waukeshans from what I'm able to glean on TV and I'm a Colorado girl but right now my heart is nothing but cheese and love for you guys. 💯

[@johnnyD1971]

@@QuinnieMae we are Waukesha Strong...Thank you it means a lot to us here, the community is still feeling the effects of the Tragedy. We try and watch the proceedings but his antics is very distressing. The Judge is very patient and maybe sometimes to lenient with him, but we understand she is just trying to keep the case intact. Last thing we want is a mistrial or appeal and having to go through this a second time.

[@izzy6676]

I’m here and think he’s over charged.

[@johnnyD1971]

@@izzy6676 the man kills 6 and injures 61 others and somehow he is overcharged, smdh!

[@jen-a-purr]

@@izzy6676 Aw look Darrell showed up. Or is it Jay Prince his social BF…..Hmmmmmm🤔troll

[@sb75ification]

The mind of the narcissist, unmasked and on public display. ❤ this!

[@BillClinton228]

Growing up around 2 narcs I can absolutely agree. They have no respect for anything or anyone and the concept of accountability is totally alien to them.

[@Jovigirl69]

This ☝🏼

[@sew161]

People take notes, steer clear of narcissists

[@Alexp36500]

The way I have used his actions to teach women about how narcs work has been glorious, and I mean only in the education it's providing. I wish this never happened for anyone, but incredibly teachable moment. Especially him admitting he's a s*x offender. Like ladies, they know what they're doing, stop playing the game with people like this.

[@Alexp36500]

@@sew161 also they come at who they view as weaker as why he treats the women like 💩. And they come at you when your young, cuz your brain is not developed yet. EX: him having a child with a minor.

[@laurelsheart]

I loved when Darrell tries to sneak a phone call during questioning. Proof of his nature.

[@itsnotthatserious9871]

I couldn’t help but laugh when the detectives walked back in and he eased his hands over his face like it never happened 😂😂

[@LD86]

He faked his injury just like he feigns ignorance.

[@thebluehotel426]

LOL He should have shut up and gotten a lawyer. The detectives' manner is making it difficult for DB to ask for a phone call.

[@LD86]

@@thebluehotel426 He should have kept his legal counsel for sure, but narcissists often believe “they know and can do better”

[@thebluehotel426]

1-800-Momma!

[@Mytwopenceworth]

The judge already addressed the name issue (I think it was last week) she explained why she called him Mr Brooks and that he signed off on all his all his paperwork as Darrell Brooks. She asked what he wanted to be called then and he refused to answer her 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@jenngummp]

What's even funnier is those boxes with his trial info in them, clearly had his name "Brooks" on the boxes. He's also referred to not having his boxes when he was sent to the other court room. They take the boxes in,b and they still say " Brooks" on them. He's definitely clueless. How his mother can't be embarrassed for him, is beyond me.

[@juliebrownlie5330]

She also gave him his name so denying his name he is disrespecting his Mother.

[@SirSmorbie]

@@jenngummp I think she's afraid of him.

[@christinevigeant5756]

This poor court reporter is going to need 6 months of counseling or vacation after this trial. I bet the judge will have nightmares after this.

[@NINgal1994]

Court support group, founding members: Judge from Depp vs Heard, this Judge, and all court staff that attended any part of these trials.

[@kgummee]

Its so funny to me that Darrell keeps saying that he wants the jury to know everything ... he sure doesnt want them to know all about his criminal past acts!!

[@tricia1-s3m]

"He who represents himself has a fool for a client". Abraham Lincon. Well said, President Lincoln, well said.

[@thegroovyhead]

Good one.

[@Clutching.My.Pearls]

So true. Unfortunately the fool doesn't recognize himself.

[@Cassiee102]

And an idiot for a lawyer

[@mr_rn6549]

Brokes worried about his own rights being taken away but doesn't or care about 6 people hit by a car not the 54 people injured. He is nauseating 🤮

[@nancygreen1655]

Remember him asking the officer who shot at him, if it would be terrifying for someone to shoot “kill shots” at you? He never thought about those people at the parade being terrified of an suv coming at them at 30+ mph! It’s only important what HE feels! 😡🤬

[@georgiabadon2577]

That's what you call a selfish POS doesn't care or respect others only himself when he gets to prison I hope someone changes that because he's disgusting

[@christineterry2381]

We love and have so much respect for Judge DOROW: beautiful, intelligent, so well spoken and more than capable to handle this vile man. God bless her.

[@lizadivine3785]

There is so much sick psychology in this case.

[@thegroovyhead]

All sitting in one unfortunate chair. Ugh.

[@livelovelaugh-lovelawstuff2110]

I think it's hilarious when he gets sent to the other courtroom is like giving a toddler a time out - how is he not embarrassed for himself !! Like WOW DUDE !!

[@lizadivine3785]

No…then he tells the judge ok I’ll be good let me back in ….she does and then he acts up all over again. And she lets him stay….not to be harsh but I’m not seeing her as a saint with unlimited patience.

[@LD86]

@@lizadivine3785 She is doing her utmost to make sure he doesn’t cry “my rights were violated”, a mistrial and appellate issues.

[@ahnonemous8250]

Yea antisocial narcissistic personality disorders don't experience embarrassment. It's just fodder to add to his elevated sense of entitlement.

[@ahnonemous8250]

@@lizadivine3785 I think she's doing everything she can to prevent a mistrial or anything on appeals. Today she showed a lot less patience so hopefully she feels confident that she's got enough on record for appellate court...maybe?

[@lizadivine3785]

@@LD86 he’s on big brother video and a 4 year old could ID him. It’s clear as a sunny spring day who was driving the vehicle of death and destruction. If he can get a mistrial based on clear visual evidence I would ask what’s wrong with our judicial system which is mainly run by democrats?

[@Jacqie85]

Watching this idiot destroy himself is quite entertaining, but I absolutely cannot imagine how difficult this is for the victims/witnesses…having to go through this nonsense and all the disrespect and badgering from this perpetrator 😔 it’s really hard to watch. He is vile.

[@Viki-106]

Agreed

[@dwmueller76]

This child & elderly murdering coward could not be more obnoxious! I do however think it’s disingenuous to claim that the Judge & prosecutor are bending over backwards to protect Mr. Sovereign Coward’s rights. They are both bending over backwards 4 one reason! They want to do avoid appellate issues! I understand & respect them 4 doing this but it also undermines the court in a very public manner when he behavior continues over & over again w/ nothing more then empty threats. She should not kick him out of the courtroom again. The next time he disrespects the court he should be bound, gagged & should remain that way unless he is cross examining or direct examining witnesses, or when he does his close! And when he does his close, the leash should be VERY SHORT! Like choker chain with spikes short!

[@Viki-106]

@@dwmueller76 agreed!! 👏

[@paige6028]

@@dwmueller76 VERY WELL SAID! I've been SCREAMING the entire time to muzzle the animal HOWEVER he would try to use even THAT to his benefit to drag out this trial even more. Regardless of what the court does to appease him it's inevitable that he's going to appeal/file for a mistrial! Judge is maintaining the balances of justice to make sure he has no grounds to be granted another trial. He wanted a swift trial yet cries that he hasn't had time to make his case. He's THE BIGGEST WASTE of human life that I've ever seen! THE ONLY thing he's ever contributed to society is he's teaching us what a REAL sociopath looks like & how NOT to behave in court! Judge is doing an amazing job though. Just think of everything she's trying to maintain.

[@dwmueller76]

@@paige6028 Agreed. The thing that drives me most crazy about him is his riotous indignation when he feels he is being disrespected! It’s the height of hypocrisy as he has done nothing but show disrespect to everyone involved (especially the families & victims )! I learned a long time ago that if someone feels it necessary to tell you “I’m a grown man”, or the more popular “grown ass man”, it’s a good sign that they are super insecure about their manhood and what they are really saying is “I want my mommy”!

[@loriwelch9015]

Love this Judge!! She’s securing his guilty verdict by her patience and professionalism!❤️no mistrial, no verdict overturn at appeal.

[@diameis5198]

Being part of the rewatch crew. Best way to relax after work and kids. Thanks for the analysis Peter.

[@ahnonemous8250]

You and Bruce Rivers are 2 of my favorite lawyers on KZbin! Thanks for all you do, Peter!

[@minnesotagal5646]

I love Bruce Rivers too. Pretty neat guys!

[@snowcattish]

I love Bruce too. He's no nonsense, tell it like it is but funny at the same time. The same reason I enjoy Peter's content.

[@ShebrewQueen]

Blicky-BRUCE!!! Love him!

[@sarahalderman3126]

Nah Viva and Barnes are far better, or reiketa law. This guy’s alright as well but no where near the best.

[@patriciamaeda852]

They have the same voice - that’s who I thought I was listening to

[@Leslie-karren]

And also, after you watch his closing statement, he talks about how the prosecutors keep repeating things, like a song that you hear over and over again. Well "subject matter jurisdiction".......

[@jovicrazed]

I used to have to deal with a person who thought they were a sovereign citizen and he would leave 12+ minute long diatribes on my voice mail going on and on about complete nonsense, including how the government does not have the right to assign a postal code (zip code in the US) to him and, therefore, all the mail we've sent him is being rejected, etc. He'd ramble on reading from books of complete nonsense. It was absolutely draining. He was a nutcase and I had to listen to the entire voice mail messages all the time to determine if he was uttering any threats. Don't miss that job at all. Also, why the heck did our voice mail allow messages longer than 60 seconds anyway??

[@LW0214]

On the rewatch crew. This judge has a lot more patience than I would! Unbelievable!! Thank you, Peter, as always.

[@pinupdoll97]

Agreed! I would have lost it with him on day 1. Day two at the longest .🤦🏻‍♀️

[@robbiepompa8725]

I agree with you 🤷‍♀️ This judge is amazing! After this she should take a vacation...

[@jilllazaroff9300]

His one and only thought is “how can I prolong and screw over the legal process and everyone that I perceive put me here” he is a narcissist and has been a bully his entire life you saw it the most once it was his turn to cross examine the detective he was soooo excited and couldn’t wait not because he felt he had a good argument but because he felt he was finally in charge of the detective and he was relishing it until he realized it wasn’t the detectives first rodeo

[@lapetitemorte415]

Yes, Mr. Brooks is lucky to have Judge Dorow, but truly the message here should be that the victims and their families are lucky that this judge is presiding. Can she be nominated for “judge of the year” or something? Deserves a huge award.

[@EricMcDowellegm]

I agree! She is amazing.

[@skatergurljubulee]

From what I understand, she's one of the top judges in her district, and has been "promoted" into the position she is, because of how great she is. If you watch some of the local news, the lawyers in the area talk about how great she is, and that she's got one of the biggest courtrooms. Lol

[@cristineconnell7803]

I agree!

[@lapetitemorte415]

@@skatergurljubulee well deserved! We should somehow get her a KZbin award. 🤣

[@deverecaruthers5846]

Please replace lucky with blessed. No such thing as luck. God bless the victim's families.

[@jay-ur1mj]

Question: Can the State in Closing talk about his Arguments about Jurisdiction, his Name and how ridiculous it is??? Thx

[@kapp0059]

His repeat objections are infuriating. I know the idiot is trying to create grounds for an appeal, but he’s just fueling the jury’s contempt for him. Typical narcissist. Self-destruction at its finest.

[@Paula-po9kx]

Thank you Peter. I am part of the replay crew.

[@kgummee]

I sure hope that the judge gets to take a nice, long, and quiet vacation!!

[@jeffrecrowley]

I had not learned much about the law, and had not had much interest until JD's defamation trial. Since then, I can't get enough. I still don't know much, but watching Rob, Ian, you and others have at least spurred my interest. And consequently, I am learning bit by bit. I can't thank you enough for discussing this trial of Brooks, it is a wild ride, and your fairness is really impressive. This judge is amazing and so are you, Peter! I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@sarahalderman3126]

Who’s JD?

[@Viki-106]

@@sarahalderman3126 Johnny Depp

[@jeffrecrowley]

@@sarahalderman3126 Sorry, Johnny Depp=JD

[@1slickpuppy1]

He has a total disregard for life you think he will have respect for the Judge? He drove down the street and ran over people because he thinks he is the King of the Earth and they were just in his way. I feel so bad for his kids to have such a POS Father. He's the most selfish and narcissistic person I have ever seen. I also feel so bad for the victims' families. I have a 15 month old son named Jackson. I can not imagine what that family is going through. I hope the victims and victim's family members make statements at sentencing. He needs to look in the face of these families so it really sinks in what he has done.

[@memyselfandi7380]

I’m not a lawyer and I was able to understand what the prosecutor was saying about opening the door. Even when the judge asks him do he reject something even though he has no merit to stand on, out of deviance he rejects it. His behavior is showing the juror all they need to know in order to find him guilty and I can’t wait.

[@mellvee]

Hes such a practiced gaslighter that he truly believes saying things like "Thats a lie!", "My behavior wasnt disruptive", and "You held me in contempt!" means that the truth and historical fact will simply be overriden by whatever he says. He did it throughout the trial. When Zack put his history as a sex offender with 15 year old Erika Patterson on the record (outside the presence of the jury) during his offer of proof, Darrell thought screaming "THAT'S A LIE!" would negate the fact that he had in fact been convicted of that very thing and the appellate court would just read his denials and constant rewriting of history, forget everything they'd already read in the record, and say "Well, Not Darrell Brooks said it didn't happen, so we must disregard the fact that it's true." I guess he's so used to lying and rewriting history that he believes his gaslighting will be as successful in the courtroom as it was in his personal life. I don't know how he managed to survive to age 40 with that attitude and those personality traits.

[@sharondraffin7857]

I have sympathy for this judge. I am one of those ppl that find him difficult to watch. I would be tearing my hair out!

[@michaelbernath8681]

I can't wait for the closing arguments, he is going to go nuts when he is found guilty. Thank you for your insight on this case, sometimes its nice to get a lawyer's POV on a case like this (aka absolute madness)🙏

[@Ann-kg1zd]

I agree. I don't see him sitting through victim impact statements. He'll act up or fake an illness.

[@johngarner6046]

It's obvious that when things don't go the way he wants he is going to throw a temper tantrum.

[@specialkl4792]

@@Ann-kg1zd or argue with them! Can you imagine!?!? Sometimes watching this trial and hearing the things he says is so unbelievable! His lack of remorse, he disrespect towards everyone. It’s unfathomable that there are human beings out there like this!! After killing and hurting all those people and then for him to be joking around, laughing and shooting the breeze with the detective is… I don’t have words for it!!

[@ozr2mus]

Hope he enjoys lots of attention in jail

[@lady2550]

Lol like Jessie " I'm not suicidal" lol

[@Maveric]

Brooks is DONE. The fact that he has been so disruptive since the entire trial began is massively frustrating but he's not going to get away with everything when the jury finds him guilty and he's stuck in jail on 6 life sentences.

[@phil-f716]

This judge is so impressive. She has the patience of JOB. She knows what he’s trying to do. And she’s not letting it happen. And why hold him in contempt? He’s already in jail. He just gets to delay further.

[@nancygreen1655]

And now it changes “all of a suddenly”. Did this guy EVER go to school? 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@lindaerwin3814]

His witness...his police report stated the SUV was black. I think that's the only reason he called this gentleman as a witness. It all blew up in Brooks face.

[@windywednesday4166]

Yes... and then 'the person acting on behalf of the defendant' didn't really explore or open that up! And the witness looked pretty pissed off to be called by him!

[@debbieblair3329]

Rewatch crew! Thanks Peter! Appreciate you breaking it down for us.

[@nancysangma5263]

I'm glad you're covering this Brooks fiasco. Always impressed by your analyses. Will try to catch it live next time.

[@JudicialMermaid]

Hey Peter! Catching the replay! I would like to add to your points on the interrogation videos of him feigning his ailments & credibility that during the pre-trial hearings when the judge agreed to allow the interrogation videos, one statement that was ruled inadmissible (rightfully so, due to it being off cam/recording) was Brooks telling Det. Carpenter that he “didn’t mean to kill anyone.” If it had been on cam still, it would have sunk his entire argument of “it wasn’t me” and “I don’t identify as that name.” This whole circus show is EXHAUSTING! Thank you for covering it! ❤

[@waynehelsel3949]

He never brought up if the detective was on duty and getting paid to testify

[@beverly.alford]

So sorry to have missed the live; wonderful to see so many new members (and even a cameo by Runkle 😍)! As always, thank you (and Mrs, Tragos!) for being exceedingly gracious with your time. You’re amazing ⛳️⛳️⛳️.

[@aja_1977]

You aren’t the only lawyer I followed and you are definitely one of my favorites

[@echidnaspikes8563]

Today's testimonies were even more damaging to DB than the previous victims statement, it's unbelievable. He is so nervous and mad, even his own witness was a nail in his coffin rather than help. Hope the jury is not blind or deaf

[@thebluehotel426]

DB was rocking in his chair during the latter part of the detective witness. Haven't seen that behavior before.

[@windywednesday4166]

@@thebluehotel426 yes... it doesn't seem like he was expecting there to be video of that interview. He knows he's in trouble.

[@echidnaspikes8563]

@@windywednesday4166 He does look confused, but the Real Lawyer said there has been a motion from the defense attorneys to dismiss that video. DB should be aware of that, since he meticulously goes through his former lawyer's papers.

[@echidnaspikes8563]

@@thebluehotel426 Yes! And he was also swinging when standing. He is very annoyed the trial keeps on going. I think the prosecution mentioned in the beginning of the trial, that DB has told his mom over the phone he would be doing everything to cause delays and now it's not really working for him

[@windywednesday4166]

@@echidnaspikes8563 yes... theoretically he should know about it. Realistically I'm sure he was not prepared for how exhausting trial work is. On top of that he has to keep track of all the laws, none of which he's familiar with, keep track of all the evidence and testimony and try to come up with a strategy and implement it ...this guy is in way over his head. Even if he remembered that this video existed he didn't remember what was in it IMO.

[@carolchristiansen635]

If she held him in contempt, that will delay the trial. He goes to jail every night anyway.

[@billgee8520]

DB got a time-out like a naughty child.

[@aufan7134]

I have watched everyday thru this Friday. He gave his opening statement and has said everything except I AM SORRY. 😢

[@NellFletchersBhadWig]

I bet your parents are super proud of you 👍 just found this because of this trial and I like how you do this, it’s not just a live stream, it’s interactive and informative

[@deverecaruthers5846]

When Mr Brookes crossed the Det., why did the State let him run on with repeating questions?

[@LD86]

"Never interrupt your opponent when they are in the process of destroying themselves" - Napoleon Bonaparte

[@BMIU]

Exactly. They needed to object with asked and answered many times.

[@redds7777]

@@BMIU, my thought exactly

[@christineterry2381]

Never interrupt the ‘enemy’ when he’s destroying himself.

[@ROCKDEES1]

The most patient and respectful judge in the world. I commend her, all judges should be like that because this clown is not going to escape justice. I despise unprofessional judges like the Parkland judge and Alex Jones judge, many male judges too. Too many examples. Great job and adding very intelligent too.

[@mellvee]

I wouldn't be able to deal with someone possessed of this level of undeserved hubris, when they were this abusive, ignorant, and blatantly disrespectful. I'm reminded why my legal career will never include me seeking a seat on the bench. I think perhaps there should be a rule for pro se defendants: if you can't pronounce it, you can't use it in court. That would have stopped the questions about subject matter jurisdiction (he never could quite pronounce it the same way twice), his cestui que trust, grounds for the substain, and judicial misconduct. I still don't know what "junisho misconduck" is, but I think it's closely related to "judishuh miskonduck", both of which Darrell Brooks frequently accused the court of.

[@ayalex05]

I love your take on this insane trial!! Thanks for the awesome work

[@dalaimommadrama8929]

It has to be incredibly frustrating to deal with and be the bigger person towards a man that thinks he knows law better than the judge and lawyers, knows procedures better than the cops, treats detectives and experts as if they know nothing about anything, treats witnesses and victims as if they did something wrong to him. I want to strangle him through my laptop. I don't think I could contain myself physically and verbally in front of him and I'm an extremely calm person. 😫😬

[@justjamie333]

His self representation is another assault on this community. The defendant is a monster

[@thebluehotel426]

I've worked up such a dislike for his voice even.

[@jamc666]

Objection axed and answered

[@rockybaker4137]

227.58  Appeals. Any party, including the agency, may secure a review of the final judgment of the circuit court by appeal to the court of appeals within the time period specified in s. 808.04 (1). Would you like me to go farther

[@BillClinton228]

He knows he will be found guilty, there's too much evidence against him so his only way to get out of this at this point is to either get a mistrial or drag the process on for as long as possible. I think he's already lost the case, he just needs to be in court long enough to get sentenced.

[@traceyjennings4361]

I saw his mother’s interview… She said it wasn’t intentional he didn’t mean to hurt anyone. He actually drove through this parade aiming his car at people all the while avoiding vehicles participating in the parade, proving clearly his intent!

[@patriciamaeda852]

OF COURSE his mom said that - THEY always do

[@yvonnesanders4308]

shows she's just as crazy and enabling

[@traceyjennings4361]

@@yvonnesanders4308 I agree! I do feel bad as she was staying away from this courtroom and now he is forcing her to testify for him

[@jenngummp]

I can't wait to see if she shows up Monday!

[@traceyjennings4361]

@@jenngummp me too! Cross will be brutal. One thing I don’t get is she lent him the car and he had a State ID but no license! Wonder if her interview where she said she knew he did it could be brought up or her jail calls.. so much there

[@judy9098]

Watched one of detectives today, he was saying he didn’t remember how many times he saw the videos. He seemed like he was playing Brooks over the large map behind him. It was a bit confusing. New member formerly from Wisconsin!! Peter, you are amazing!!

[@thesassynae]

Thank you for explaining this all . I am new to law and crime and it’s so good to hear you breaking it down!

[@bellestar777]

This judge has been a saint. I love her and respect her. I love when judges stand for the jury that shows the ultimate respect but this judge has remained remarkably consistent, fair, honest, respectful and she and the judge from Murdaugh and Felicia stough ( wrong spelling of last name) was awesome. There’s about 5 judges I truly respect. Sorrow went above and beyond I doubt we would’ve seen this with any other judge. Keep this woman in this courtroom or let her run for the White House.

[@TracyDale007]

I agree! He makes my blood boil! He does NOT deserve to sit in the courtroom. Toss him out for the rest of the trial. For the love of Pete!

[@ThommyKane]

He is not "lucky" to have this judge. He is very unlucky to have her. He'd be lucky to have a judge stupid enough to hold him in contempt.

[@minnesotagal5646]

Boy, by the end of the day watching him question the detective forever about killed me. I was practically pulling my hair out!! Lol yelling at the TV and all. Can't take much more of this clown!!

[@ashling9953]

Peter I absolutely love these recaps! Keep up the great work. Really appreciate your insight 👏😃

[@danielcohen6893]

@ 22:25 - THIS is the problem. the offering of basic human rights to people who took those same rights from other people. why does he get to murder people (whether done by accident or not) AND have the right to make mockery of the the court? why does the American judicial system have to 'holier than thou'? a basic human right is the "right to a fair trial and the presumption of innocence" what is considered "fair" is it fair to the families to see this sh$% show and/or being questioned/crossed by some crazy person who himself does not believe in these same basic human rights?

[@jeanettesmith765]

I would have kept DB kicked out of the courtroom the entire day!

[@joannek85]

Thanks for the great breakdowns everyday!

[@lisathornhill6401]

Never have I witnessed such a circus. I appreciate the judge and her ability to protect him and try to move this forward. It's stunning.

[@MikeMars-]

It's hard to watch, especially being part of Waukesha County community. At the same time I can't stop watching this. It's a train wreck, at least he's digging his own grave here. The judge has been more then accommodating, and his antics are not working.

[@annemarieallaire6564]

Missed the live again! Finally reached my destination so I can view the video now. Definitely learning a lot!!!!

[@janemaas4225]

I appreciate your explanation. I have been watching the DB trial and have been so frustrated listening to DB. He asks questions that go around in circles. I think DB is wasting the courts time and don’t understand why the court doesn’t make him have a lawyer. Thanks for your explanation, it helps a lot.

[@susanszabo7130]

I dont know how Judge Dorrow keeps it together so well. She is an amazinging judge!!!!!!

[@milvetcomics3366]

This trial needs to be used as a training aide for future judges.

[@kristij3459]

@lawyeryouknow and all. There is actually an interview with his Mother I watched on the news, I'm so sorry I don't remember the channel, but she said SHE WILL NOT be going to the trial or watching the trial because it was very hard for her to watch him disrespecting everyone (or something like that) She seemed like such a sweet person, she cried the entire interview and made some statements that was very hard to listen to about his possible mental state, why he did this, etc... But I felt sorry for her, I mean we can't hardly blame her for his actions, right!?

[@mrshwooogie6783]

I’m glad KZbin recommended one of your earlier videos about this trial however, IMO, your videos should have been higher on the list when I specifically searched for Brooks videos. Your input is very helpful. Thank you

[@ICARE9449]

Contempt is not possible bc he’s in custody!! He’d know that if he went to law school!!

[@Dana-gn7bt]

I look forward to listening to your channel Thank you for explaining the trials

[@Ann-kg1zd]

Since he feels nothing should be hidden from the jury, why not tell them about his past crimes? I know they can't but by his logic, it's ok. Seems like he's not trying to defend himself but put the judge, prosecution and police on trial. I feel so sorry for this jury. Can you imagine being called by the criminal who injured you and your son? He did it bc apparently he described the color of the vehicle was black not red but he ends up saying he doesn't remember saying it was black. He basically served up a great witness for the prosecution!

[@leilaquinones4323]

Thanks!

[@pattyarnold4696]

Driving me crazy with " substain "

[@Inbetweenthelinesnow]

1:02:58 Notes yes. But no way did they leave the questions he asked!

[@tancart35]

It’s interesting he think’s everything is a thing! And he is so smart

[@amyhartman6786]

The Jury and witnesses that have to deal with this court trial should be able to charge the courts for "cruel and unusual damages inflicted upon them in a court room" for having to sit through this bullshit day in and day out. I have never seen any other court procedure be allowed go on like this, for the innocent parties involved. Not even that school shooter's trial from Florida and we all know what type of monster he was!

[@selena___]

Thanks Peter. Appreciate catching your analysis in your recaps after watching the live coverage. So nice to see the show of support from Law & Lumber and Runkle of the Bailey

[@Mo_0521]

AWESOME LIVE!!!!! So many people!!!! If you forgot to like during the live do it now!!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼👍👍👍👍👍

[@ldegraaf]

My guess would be that DB will be wearing a stun belt under his suit during the vehicle trip. Also, there will be several deputies escorting him. The judge has gone to great lengths to make sure that the jury doesn't see any handcuffs/leg irons. He had leg irons on in court which is why no one is allowed to approach witnesses and the opening/closing statement are made from the tables. Also, there are skirts around every table.

[@danielcohen6893]

Happy Birthday Peter!! Thanks for the community you created. I tried my best to stay impartial, and even playing Devil's Advocate but this guy is a lost cause. I've said this in other comments (so forgive me) - I think this type of trial shows the shortcomings of the American Judicial system.

[@ericwood9513]

I have been following sovereign citizens for years now, his lack of understanding is so cringe, the court and the DA have been beyond helpful to him, alot of things they don't have to do, alot of his questions go nowhere, most have no direction, the part that pisses me off is he throws out there that he's been disrespected and the entire court is plotting against him when in reality they've done way more than they actually have to, I understand why the state and the judge are treating this the way they are, an appeal will go nowhere, he won't be able to say anything was one sided and anyone who watches this or reads the record will believe that, I see a lot of comments bashing the judge and DA but they don't understand their doing everything they can to make sure he has no ammo when he goes for an appeal. He has hurt himself at every turn with all the objections and clearly not understanding what he's objecting, I can't wait for the closing arguments, he is gonna be a riot with his closing argument

[@annieo1786]

The worst thing he has done in the court room is those nasty finger nails! They should be included in his list of charges 🤮

[@QueenOfTheNorth65]

I’ve never even BEEN in a courtroom before, but hearing how he talks to this judge just makes me gasp. He’s just burying himself.

[@faescotland4174]

This is another cracking good review - I'm a bit annoyed you've sucked me into this case & I can't stop watching now, but it's fascinating. I've started using 1.5x speed to watch too! I'm surprised it's watchable & might progress to 2x speed soon. Today was very educational, the judge's explanations to Mr Brooks help with understanding what's going on (even if he doesn't bother to listen, I do) and it was stark today how much the judge and prosecution really care about ensuring he gets a fair trial, even when he's acting against his own best interest. I really feel that judge & prosecution truly believe in justice & everyone deserves a defense and a fair trial, not just that they don't want reasons for appeal. The evidence against Mr Brooks is overwhelming, people are dead because of his actions, and the jury will likely take 5 seconds per charge to deliberate and find him guilty whatever happens from now on. I thought the judge and the police officer did well to keep Mr Brooks calm later on today, being respectful and allowing him points despite his earlier belligerence.

[@Chriscoronado119]

I've been watching the Darrell Brooks trial everyday since it started. I usually am just a little late but Friday i woke up extra early and was glad i did because i was greeted with extra crazy. Darrell reads the incomplete public defender's notes, asks the questions they noted, then he takes a five minute break between questions for the next 45 minutes as he asks the poor witness questions that range from meaningless to devastating to his own case 99% of the time. Darrell is a woman hating a-hole bad father that lives with mama and never developed passed the age of 5. I'll never understand why he got rid of his own lawyer. The judge in my opinion has THE MOST patient and professional attitude with this child and in doing so will avoid any sort of appeal I hope. Darrell appears to be trying to state that he in fact isn't Darrell and if that doesn't work he notified the victims with a horn honk, smart.

[@Gidget_Lynn]

I kept screaming "don't be bated girl!" the whole time like I was watching a scary movie. This is a person who has gotten everything in life from manipulation and antagonizing the people around him. I can't wait to see him be convicted.

[@karenyells2730]

Part of the re watch crew here x what a wild watch! Thank you for making these chats, great questions, I’m learning so much x

[@weicco]

This trial is so much better in 1.5x speed. It is unfortunate they can't hold the actual trial at that speed. Especially when mr. Objection tries to think what to ask the witnesses.

[@youmightbeinapodcast4982]

😢so bummed I missed the live tonight! But glad I’m watching the replay! Thx for the breakdown ❤

[@margaretbingham468]

This judge is so beyond patient, fair and accommodating with this evil individual …. If I was on the jury, It wouldn’t take me more than five minutes to find him guilty of all charges. I honestly think that it’s going to be a quick finding of, guilty on all counts.

[@mariasunshine8626]

Why is this Judge so patient with him ?

[@jackie-dbdstitchart4969]

Rewatch crew. Love the way you break everything down