Murder Between Mothers Trial: Prosecution Opening Statement

[@CourtTV]

#CourtTV Catch up on the facts of the case against #AnnetteHarvey in the #MurderBetweenMothersTrial. MORE HERE: www.courttv.com/news/tn-v-annette-harvey-murder-between-mothers-trial/?

[@dianapaxton6373]

Please have the camera man show the exhibits shown in the court room! Thanks 😊

[@Amanda_007]

This is the most convoluted non linear story preview ever told‼️

[@daddyboy3546]

Welcome to the South!

[@with4tt477]

She was my professor and one of the best at ETSU. You could never ask a " dumb" question because she had a way of turning it around and giving you the best response. Annette Harvey took a life that was still needed in this world, and I hope she is prosecuted to the full extent of the law. RIP, Professor Leonard. Thank you, Alex, for sharing your incredible mother with us all.

[@sfheriford]

sORRY YOU LOST YOUR DEAR PROFESSOR. i HAD TO SKIP TO GOOGLE TO TRY TO GET THIS STRAIGHT TO BEGIN WITH. tERRIBLE OPENING.

[@Theresa89]

Sending you love , hugs and prayers 💜🤗🙏🏽🌹.

[@PiaTalks]

I’m truly sorry for your loss

[@with4tt477]

@@Theresa89 Thank you :)

[@with4tt477]

@@PiaTalks Thank you :)

[@naomi.7777]

God help this jury having to listen to this man.

[@ZECH1189]

Snorefest

[@bbe3034]

This prosecutor should have started with pictures of the victim, talked about all the great things she did to help people!! Visuals have so much impact on the jury!!

[@francescawilliams8177]

I know it’s a mur*der trial and shouldn’t be “fun “ but bloody hell, can he at least help the rest of us follow ?

[@Handydudz]

This opening makes no sense. He's all over the place! I'm so lost, I feel bad for this jury.

[@Katrina-qs2rl]

Me too! I always listen to the opening, to understand the story. But he's all over the place.

[@annettecahalan4268]

I’m glad it’s not just me 🥴🥴🥴

[@traveltm]

I thought same thing. Checked comments because wondered if I was being harsh. It’s awful. Did he not prepare or does he really think this was a good opening?

[@countrylivin8634]

I swear I'm 3 mins in and was like wtf is this dude talkin about and why is he talking so slow. This was painful to watch

[@kimberfire609]

His and the Defense opening statements sound the same ... Confusing

[@Cj-nm1bq]

My teammate as a waitress and my Professor taking classes for nursing school. A great woman! RIP dear Robin .....

[@Gil_Gilbert]

“Pulled the plug?” Very unprofessional of the prosecutor to use in front of family members.

[@AnnaMorris411]

Sooo very unprofessional and most insensitive!

[@massholemama4life84]

This dude needs to tighten up. I gotta go google this case now cause im a bit lost

[@danadavis6097]

😅me too!!! 😅😅😅😅😅

[@Lez_awake]

Same

[@surpriseimblack]

He sounds like he doesn't care

[@kimhutchins70]

Starts out with employment then all of a sudden she is bleeding? What happened in-between

[@Theresa89]

😂😂😂

[@GammerGurten]

Isn’t the opening statement supposed to explain what happened?

[@Kimbo-y3s]

Omg!! I’m so bored can’t wait for Donna’s trial!!

[@TRuru.]

Wow. Clicked to find out what this case is about. Made it through half and still don’t know. This guy is a total mess. Poor jury.

[@laurasalo6160]

That was THE WORST opening ive ever heard. I am so lost.

[@junacrause8688]

he lost me after 5min and the jury

[@wernerschacht7642]

On minute 39 of 44 the question is: Will he ever come to the point of his argumentation?

[@Shazvana]

Why are we not seeing the evidence screen?? Please stop only focusing the camera on whom ever is speaking, we would also like to see the actual evidence also.

[@johnpennell3387]

This isn’t a TV show, you’re not the jury. You are not privy to all the images and evidence as if you were. Hope this helps.

[@celticwarrior777]

We dont get to see the evidence when its streamed in any trials usually

[@martharobinson7896]

The poorest excuse for a lawyer I have ever heard.

[@hilaryeales1268]

Awful .......he actually said Ms Leonard was on life support, " till they pulled the plug" Disgusting....someone needs to have a word

[@massholemama4life84]

I think they do it for dramatic effect. In the Murdaugh trial they talked about "brains blown out" several times

[@Theresa89]

@@massholemama4life84, You can’t use dramatics in the same manner as this attorney 😴🥱🙄

[@bridykes9986]

We live in a small town we don't get murder cases like this often... Most lawyers Judges and cops around here sound like this lol but its that bad u can stop watching 🤷‍♀️😅

[@surpriseimblack]

​@massholemama4lie84 The fact that people are actually upset by it only proves their point--->prosecutors love inciting emotion rather than logic and evidence and pulling on people's heartstrings...

[@margmckay3257]

I agree with you. Callous comment. He Needs to be taken aside and have someone point out the fact he is an ignorant arrogant person.

[@robingriggs2794]

Hands down the worst prosecutor I've ever listened to. This man needs to retire

[@paige2371]

I literally had no idea who he was representing until the last sentence. Not the most concise opener 😅..

[@Sasfancies1]

😮 hell to the no no. I can't follow this guy. Good luck to the jurors. 👋👋

[@jenniferm9341]

Good to know it’s not just me. It’s hard to follow him.

[@suzettesundae7903]

Bookmarking this murder prosecution opening argument... For when I need help falling asleep zzzzzzz

[@diva63]

When your A-Team is all in Vegas for the Super Bowl…🤦🏼‍♀️

[@Theresa89]

😂😂😂😂

[@jessicascism891]

Nope this is one of the main prosecutors in Washington county tn

[@margaretlumley1648]

😅😅😅

[@jessicascism891]

@margaretlumley1648 yep our justice system here is more like a buddy system and this guy have been one of the main prosecuters for the past 20 or so years this is what we have to deal with in Washington county tn and surrounding counties aren't any better honestly

[@damekari]

I hate when people talk about “pulling the plug”. My dear son died after 6 days on life support in ICU. It was a decision in which we were full partners with the medical team. Everything was explained carefully and with great compassion, and we were at his side throughout the process of withdrawing treatment, being supported every step of the way, including agreeing to Ben’s organs being donated. It was desperately sad, but handled with the greatest of care in calm and peaceful surroundings. Describing it as “pulling the plug” is insulting to the deceased, their loved ones and the dedicated staff who do this most challenging work.

[@PrincessCashmonie]

How did your dear son die?

[@justme33126]

I'm so sorry for your loss and the awful experience you had to endure. I can't even imagine.. This lawyer seems quite useless and definitely not eloquent.

[@SilentThundersnow]

I agree

[@damekari]

@@PrincessCashmonie he had a motorcycle accident ❤️

[@damekari]

@@justme33126 thank you for your condolences

[@rebeccawhite2582]

This prosecutor is doing a great job!

[@Trevlee74]

This prosecutor is a terrible oral communicator.

[@NancyClue932]

This attorney doesn’t know how to make a story concise. He lost me in the 1st 5 mins with all the unnecessary details.

[@dayinthelifeofmycat]

I fell asleep 3 times!

[@canadianadvantage6253]

I just came to the comment section to say that. This looks to be a boring trial if this is how he works.

[@Theresa89]

@@dayinthelifeofmycat , Then god help the jurors 😂😂😂😂

[@Theresa89]

@@canadianadvantage6253, 😂😂😂

[@rebeccawhite2582]

It's his job to detail the events.

[@Ritzbee87]

The prosecutor saying “ pulling the plug “ so damn rude

[@Katrina-qs2rl]

I suspect that he takes his job seriously and used the phrase to quickly describe being taken off life support.

[@jakebe4915]

I fast forwarded it, just to escape, but it just got worse...

[@Theresa89]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@LadyAngelaYaYa1966]

Me too 😑

[@justme33126]

You're braver than me. I quit watching. Went to listened to the defense opening statement. Same boring and confusing style. Poor jury. They can't walk out.

[@celticwarrior777]

😂😂

[@LadyAngelaYaYa1966]

20:50 “what was I sayin’?” Frightening 😂

[@LadyAngelaYaYa1966]

Ugh. CourtTV owes me a bottle of NoDoze.

[@JeanieBean174]

So confused

[@bridykes9986]

This happened in my town so Crazy heard the woman was amazing helped not only kids but woman get out of abusive relationships helping them get on their feet never charged rent this woman took her anger out on someone when she prob didn't feel like the kids would have been safe and it seems she was right rip hun

[@Councilof8for43]

Wow. This prosecutor doesnt know how to give an opening statement!!! Unreal!!!

[@dayinthelifeofmycat]

I don't like how this prosecutor "guesses" at things. He guesses the cops were going to find a way to arrest Ms. Harvey if she didn't agree to get mental help. And on top of all that, he put me to sleep!!!!!!!

[@bumbuzzZ]

Oh lord.. hes *terrible* at speaking.

[@bridykes9986]

I live in this area its a small area and we don't have stuff like this happening often he's not a "pro" but he will get his point across im sure he's nervous and trying to make all his points bc the defendant's lawyer is well known around here

[@jessicascism891]

Because he knows how the police operate around here and he can't just say for a fact he knew they would throw some bs charges on her to take her to jail

[@jessicascism891]

Yeah Don spurrell is one of the best defense attorneys in the area

[@surpriseimblack]

SERIOUSLY !!!!!!!!!!

[@bonniecreighton4163]

Is this guy from one of those - "Rent-A-Prosecutor" places? You know...like the "Rent-A-Wreck" car places?

[@Theresa89]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@rachel44306]

Worst opening I’ve heard from a prosecutor

[@iveliserojas612]

What are you talking about he did a better job then the defense and he doing as a state attorneys do tell a story of the victim you must be narcissistic are the killer supporters because he does what all state attorneys do tell a story of the victim then of the murder so please tell me how you think he doing a bad job he doing a great job all your 25 thumb up are ridiculous

[@marysuemarkall9116]

Would love to see the exhibits on the screen court tv!!! As approved by court

[@nicenessispriceless2681]

Where can you find the entire day of trial for day two or day three?

[@Newellsgirl]

Did he prepare and practice this opening or just winging it?

[@OttawaAndy]

I kept expecting him to say "Anyhoo..."

[@susanfrye1440]

You didn’t finish high school school I’m sure you’re jealous 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@susanfrye1440]

@@OttawaAndyloser

[@justme33126]

He sounds totally unprepared and desperately boring. Poor jury!

[@bridykes9986]

Lol man we don't get murder cases like this around here it's a small ass town hate to tell u all the police and lawyers and judges talk in circles like this 😅

[@JabberJawz.]

Huh??? Im sooo lost!!😮

[@jessicasmith6470]

Do not understand this prosecutor.👎

[@ohioh111b111y]

Were these two ladies in a relationship at some time or another? How were they even connected? Cant really find any answers on the web. thanks for any info

[@shawn-pu9is]

i was thinking the same thing. i get a lesbian vibe going on. smh

[@SarahAllenHumboldt]

This prosecutor seems to have a goal of putting everyone who can hear his voice to sleep. I have never heard such a mind-numbing, rambling, disorienting opening statement. If he were young, and just learning his job, it would make a tiny bit of sense.

[@forsakenjones4695]

You should hear the other guy...🤣🤣😴

[@justme33126]

Couldn't agree more. Looking for his next word. He sounds like he was on the booze the night before and has trouble remembering what he has to say. Defense attorney not much better. I feel for the jury. I can choose to not watch this trial. They have to sit there and listen to BOTH of them 🙄

[@bridykes9986]

This is a small town 😅 most of our lawyers around here sound like this we don't get murder cases like this often he's prob nervous and hoping he makes all his points

[@Jenn-mx4nv]

Is anyone gonna talk about this defendant and the weird way she looks right at the camera? 👀

[@bridykes9986]

Yeah she's manic af

[@carrow1057]

Why did Covid disturb the US so badly. Our family found it to be rejuvenating. Family time together. Rest, relax and reboot. It was wonderful.

[@CreekerMama80]

I agree fully!!! It's a mindset for sure!! We took full advantage of our family being together just us and the time to just be calm and reset....our earth did the same❤❤❤❤

[@sarahholland2600]

Because if it's already a toxic, dysfunctional family dynamic , being thrown together 24/7 is a perfect storm.

[@Katrina-qs2rl]

Respectfully, The US is an enormous country with significant diversity across the states--Many legal and geographic differences and quirks. I don't know how anyone can make such a comparison where no basis exists.

[@suzymoroka297]

I take it you’re not commenting from 🇬🇧 right? Cos their overly dramatic reaction to COVID was laughable 😂

[@suzymoroka297]

@@Katrina-qs2rlexactly! It’s not comparable to a small country like 🇬🇧

[@franmellor9843]

Did he actually pass the bar WTH is wrong with this

[@Gil_Gilbert]

Finished last at UT law school, I’m guessing 😂

[@candacestrickland1409]

It’s so “complicated “ to him , ridiculous opening.

[@TRuru.]

Oh my. He is such a mess! Did he just get thrown into this case last night?

[@Theresa89]

😂😂😂

[@tjones756]

I think he missed the class on opening statements.

[@looking4things669]

It helps to get through this bore of a prosecutor if you adjust the playback speed to 1.25 in settings.

[@Theresa89]

😂😂😂😂😂❤

[@celticwarrior777]

😂😂😂

[@Expat_FitLife]

Man this was a dull opener. Wish he would at least stay at the podium so that volume is consistent. Doesn't really instill much confidence when he guesses at some facts; couldn't he have done a little extra homework to make sure he knows every little fact? Kind of comes off sloppy.

[@Sasfancies1]

👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎 to the prosecutors opening statement. Get ready "to pull the plug".😮

[@normahaynes9179]

This story is strictly out of the twilight zone. Who can you trust these days? If she had a problem with her husband why kill her lifelong friend? She has to be held accountable for this deed or justice ⚖️ is allowing too much crazy stuff to happen. We are creating too many loopholes.

[@marycunningham-ym2sx]

Why. Did she Kill Her For .

[@rainbow_rising]

What is wrong with the law/court/prosecution etc in Tennessee....(thinking of the Delphi case) Never heard of this case. Yees, can you make a more worse opening statement?! - he is all over, there is no CLEAR red thread, boring & to many confusing stuff. You're suppose to tell the story, the most important details - this is so confusing! (after hearing the prosecutor in Adam Montgomerys trial - that was horrible but very great information for the jury) - I'm falling a sleep

[@ZECH1189]

Better Call Saul seems like a better defense attorney.

[@Katrina-qs2rl]

Too funny. I miss Saul Goodman!!!

[@dianapaxton6373]

Court TV please have the camera man show us the exhibits being shown in the court house! Thanks!😊

[@carrow1057]

How is it kidnapping? There was no legal order. This story is not being told well. Okay there was an order. Perhaps that should have been explained in the right order of story telling.

[@marycunningham-ym2sx]

Why. Did she kill her For I I Don't I understand Why😢😢

[@mariadavis8745]

‘Plug was pulled’ how very sensitive! How thoughtless!!!

[@MochaPony]

I need more info.

[@BigLebowski324]

I have listened to the prosecutor and the defense attorney both. I am also from East Tennessee myself. Not very far from where this trial is taking place and I can honestly tell you that I am so f***ing lost. They both ramble so slow and add so much unnecessary filler information. All I want to know is WHAT HAPPENED and NOT the color of the leaves on the trees over on the corner of 6th street by the dog kennel. 😖

[@bridykes9986]

Yeah why do the lawyers here talk in circles lol I totally understand it's not the normal around here to have murder trials but he's def not making a lot of sense 😅

[@jessicascism891]

We have more murder trials than you realize but yes this is horrible for opening statement maybe its where he isn't used to reporters like court tv being in the courtroom covering it for the whole country to see

[@celticwarrior777]

😂😂😂

[@robyn874]

Prosecution did an excellent opening explaining what happened. RIP Robin 🙏❤️ May she get justice

[@gingin169]

My friends and family make fun of me saying I’m a terrible storyteller. Mainly because I detail too much. This guy, makes me sound like Charles Dickens.

[@carrow1057]

I question the victim's understanding of basic psychological theory.

[@StinkyDustyBird]

Even his graphic for timeline doesn’t help follow wtf is going on

[@phoenixmerridian9119]

This is going to be in Decembers *Top 3 Worst Opening Statements of the Year* for sure

[@sandraperkins7706]

How can this be ??? That we have even thought ghat her husband is accused of something, & no comment that he was investigated , found innocent !!! How would you like that allowed to go on until now !!!

[@tmb4261]

I think it is incredibly disrespectful for the lawyer doing the prosecution's opening statement to not remember key dates and ages. Vague statements make the victim, involved children, and others referred to seem unimportant and not valued. I hope it's not the case because the 'down home' affectation & lack of specificity looks like he's just going through the motions. I've seen a high number of opening statements in a range of cases, and where the lawyers show genuine care & respect, they often prevail. This may be a correlation and not a causitive variable, I am not a lawyer or legal researcher so it's just my observation. But if it was my family member who was killed, or children kidnapped by someone displaying unusual behaviours, I would not want this lawyer's opening statement. I would be devastated by his lack of mastery of key details. I'd feel he did not care, that he is not truly invested in presenting a comprehensive, clear, & correct case. Just my thoughts. I hope he gets better as the trial progresses or that his role is minimal, and someone else can advocate for the victim and others impacted by her death.

[@debrarow1933]

I can’t follow this case , don’t know what’s happened really , can’t understand it , think I’ll give it a miss 😂

[@annettecahalan4268]

Needs to speed it up and make a long story shorter !. This jury must be nodding

[@justme33126]

This lawyer is messy with his opening statement. I don't like him much.

[@rosierambo144]

Oh, my DAMN! Can someone, ANYONE please tell me wtf is going ON right now?!? THIS dude is coming off like someone just randomly grabbed him off of the street and said..." Hey, you over there, yeah, YOU! Would you mind coming into the courthouse and reading a few pages out of this folder, you know, just to appear like you're a "real lawyer", and THEN stand up at a podium and pretend to be a prosecutor, you know, just like on that show Law and Order?" Would ya? And, ladies and gentlemen, here we are. And all that I can say to myself right now is...ARE YOU F'N KIDDING ME? Trust and BELIEVE me, I mean absolutely no disrespect to anybody involved in this tragic situation, it's just that THIS is surreal to me. People, PLEASE help me understand. Am I missing something here? Ok, I just had to get that out. Anyone reading this, I wish for you to have a positive, productive, and more than that, PEACEFUL week moving ahead, ok y'all? Also, accept these flowers as a small token of my gratitude for your patience in reading this 💐. Thank you. 🌹

[@NosyBody-vy1mf]

I’m thinking the title is wrong… this is the defense opening statement

[@Leaveit_alone]

You think DA stands for defense attorney?

[@sarahholland2600]

Being concise is a skill this guy is sadly lacking. He comes across as befuddled & inept.

[@susanfrye1440]

He’s an excellent attorney .👍👍👍👍

[@celticwarrior777]

Waffling waffling waffling

[@kurtishamartin7255]

Prosecutor did a great job upon opening statements

[@surpriseimblack]

In what universe?

[@tashiaredd3421]

Have you ever watched any other opening statements! 😬

[@gloperez8741]

Can someone please let me know What her Pastor said on the stand?Her Attorney just said Well i don't want to be sarcastic Or like :I shouldn't be sarcastic? What was he talking about?This woman is lying makes me afraid of making New friend's if this is was an old friend!

[@nocount1]

Not the most captivating of opening statements.

[@Janski06]

So sad.just tried to help out a friend.... who murdered her, some thank you??? 💔

[@Lilbooya]

I cant follow what he saying, confused is an understatement to say the least. Have zero knowlege of what happened, Not guilty is this best you can do sir

[@catcomplex]

This prosecutor is so SO very boring. Bumbling, rambling. I've seen other prosecutors reading from a pre-prepared statement, thus displaying professionalism and care. This guy is relying only on his MEMORY. So bad.

[@barbara2002]

I think the prosecutor is doing a really great job explaining and tells the story slowly. He has a good delivery.

[@AliceA333]

That makes 1 of us....

[@traveltm]

Not sure how manage to convict anyone

[@Theresa89]

Does he know the case 🤦🏽‍♀️🥱🙄 ???

[@Thewordofgod4040]

he lost the case

[@colleenjoan8072]

This prosecutor 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@Sasfancies1]

Yep. 🙃

[@Councilof8for43]

I know right?!?!

[@michelero4297]

I wish she had used her education to recognize mental illness and avoided the tragedy. Not saying its all on her, many other missed opportunities to get a woman with mental illness off the 'streets' and some help. I feel for her and her family.

[@ginagibson8600]

All I heard was blah blah blah...😴

[@TeresaArgiro]

Is this guy just winging it or what

[@celticwarrior777]

Keeps moving from the mi😊c

[@emmettbridges648]

This prosecutor is terrible! Keeps forgetting details like the dates and childrens ages, just guesses and say whatever! Appears very unprepared or doesn't care to know the details of the case. The out of sequence way he tells the story is confusing and convoluted.

[@johnpennell3387]

Some of you guys are straight up SNOBS when people have noticeable regional accents. 🙄

[@MarthaGaston-ws7ot]

who did sydney powell kill

[@sserpentchic1342]

This prosecutor is terrible. I cant follow his weird side commentary and it's BORING. This jury has to be half asleep if not snoring.

[@MichelleSenjem-MijaEast]

He sounds like teenager. Whatever. Or some age. I don’t know. So on so forth. Blablabla. Is he bored. Not very precise for a murder case. I think she was??? Maybe. Sort of. Kind of. All that not so clear language. Nope !