You don't see a lot of serious, practicing trial lawyers on UA-cam - mostly just traffic and civil attorneys. It's nice to have the input of someone who really knows what he's talking about on these kinds of events.
Agreed! If you’re looking for another kick ass practicing lawyer, check out Natalie Lawyer Chick (if you haven’t already found her). She’s a public defense atty. She’s truly amazing, with great content, and her care for her clients shines through.
It’s so true that you have a lot of attorney’s watching! I’ve been a practicing trial attorney since 2011. I do not do criminal law, but I love watching this Chanel and am learning every time!
It's crazy that Bruce Rivers can probably work like 60 hours a week and still have time to do these videos.... It's like a musician working in the studio all day to go and review albums..... If you got it, you got it... BRUCE RIVERS gots it.
Thank you for this content! I'm a current accountant, but dream of being able to go to law school. Your videos are so nice to watch and give me a lot of hope for society and the world to see a kind person using their influence to spread goodness and humanity.
Idk your situation but look into school much more ways and better now to go to school I really hope you do time flies in life don't make regrets find a way GOOD LUCK to you truly wish ya the best❤❤
Don't do it! You'll be up to your eyeballs in debt and unless you loooove reading and tedious paperwork you're likely to be really unhappy. The vast, vast majority of attorneys do not spend their careers spreading goodness and humanity and the ones who do get paid peanuts. I mean, if this really is your dream don't let an internet stranger deter you but do your research and make sure you know what you're getting yourself into.
shoot for becoming a legal aide or paralegal. No you don't get to grandstand and be a blow hard in the courtroom, but you get to help the unwashed layman such as myself navigate the legal process. If you think arguing in court would be fulfilling, become an apartment manager, then you get to argue the intricacies of the tenant landlord statutes and the renter's lease against moronic tenants.
@@Tofu_va_Bienexcellent point my friend. I believe the lawyers who do the kind of kindness work that is being discussed do not really care about the money anyway.
I can completely relate to your client. About four years ago I went through my own personal hell through the legal system. Basically what happened my ex who suffers from mental health issues decided she didn't want to take her medication anymore and everything went to hell. It was about a two-and-a-half-year battle in and out of court. The words that your clients spoke about you is exactly the same feeling I had with my lawyer. I cannot be any more grateful to my lawyer and all the hard work that he put in. I don't know if this is the case for all lawyers but it was definitely the case. You hear stories where even if you just want to talk to you a lawyer will charge you $100 or put you on the clock. The amazing lawyer that I had never once charged me extra if I had questions or text him about something. I was so grateful about that because I myself also had sleepless nights. I'm 42 now this all happened when I was in my mid-30s around 35. Up until then I've never had any problems or issues with law. Being a man in the legal system going against the woman you already are behind the 8-ball. So I just want to say to you in all the other amazing defense lawyers thank you so much for the work that you have to do. For two-and-a-half years I didn't sleep the whole night through. So once again thank you so much to you and all the amazing lawyers that fight. Keep up the great work because you definitely mean something
Way To Go Bruce and Michael. Bruce is my favorite Lawyer on UA-cam! This video has 17,000 views and less than an hour of being posted. W😮W Also this channel should have 1 million subscribers by the end of July 2023.🎉
Congratulations Bruce! Im happy to hear you saved someone from going to prison and letting the government ruin their life!!! This is why the world needs more people like you. #kickThat prosecutor's Ass
I only found your channel a week ago and it’s my fave! Your commentary and explanations are the best! Don’t ever change. Keep doing you Bruce!! From your biggest Aussie fan 🇦🇺
And everyone zones out at different times whether they’re trying to pay attention or not. That’s why it’s good to have notes, but I bet the packets they’re given for use in deliberation are MASSIVE
I thought his defense started strong at the onset of the trial. But as the evidence mounted and the picture became more clear, they were left reaching for straws. I imagine it's difficult AF to defend a guilty man tho
What you have to understand is that even though we are privy to all this extra information , bias, AND the trial information, it seems that about 60-70 percent of people call him guilty, and they are sure and 30-40 percent of them say that the state didn't prove it. And they are just as sure... That's a " hung public" lol. And I'f the public is hung, it stands to reason the jury is too. And this reflects true because the jury came in about 20 minutes ago and stated they couldn't resolve and reach a unanimous decision.. that " each juror was stuck in their respective camp". Judge pretty much said go back and try again for a little while.and if you still can't agree I'll declare mistrial
@@TheRealSwampOperator I understand that, but I also understand that it doesn't require 12 votes for him to receive the death penalty. Based on your assessment, 60-70% siding towards guilty should be sufficient
I don't see in any situation where melly is gonna walk free from this. The prosecution's case was too rock soild on him being present at the time of the murders and proving that the shooting wasn't a drive by and was done within the vehicle. Whats going to take the longest in juror deliberations is whether he gets the death penalty or not.
I have to agree If you break down what doubt did the defense put in the minds of the Jury vs all the points the prosecution brought up that made the picture clear to the jury isn’t even close
Yes but no GSR and no DNA evidence at the time of the scene showing he was indeed in the car the whole time and did not get out, is saying otherwise. No gun In possession as well. If he says he got out the car before the shooting, they have no way of proving that nor do they have proof that he was in the vehicle during the shooting or during the whole time
So it's pointing more to the insufficient evidence side because the other guy had GSR on him and his hands. So therefore, beyond reasonable doubt which means hardcore evidence showing he shot and he was there. They don't have the proof of that as far as GSR and the gun and etc. Yes they have him on camera getting in the seat but could have easily gotten out during anytime during the ride. I agree he was indeed there though. They just gotta prove he pulled the trigger. And so far it's speculation
Goodness it’s scary how little evidence sways people. The state had a horrible case and didn’t prove anything but that he got in the car 2 hours before the murder that’s all. The jury is currently hung so his chances of walking are decent
@@kamshan7540 The jury is expected to use common sense. Common sense tells you that you don't get out of a car with 4 people at that time of the morning to squeeze into another car that already has 4 people in order to go to the same destination. The jury is instructed to not hold it against the defendant for not testifying, but they will hold it against the defendant for not having some explanation come forth as to why he switched cars this time of the morning, and at a time when 2 people in the car he had been traveling in just happen to be killed from within the car while Bortland claimed it was a driveby shooting. Any juror who is holding out against a conviction is either a Melly groupie or someone who thinks that "beyond reasonable doubt" means that if there is any speculation possible that could raise doubt, that meets the threshold. Maybe the dispute is to whether the killing is gang related. That would be understandable.
I don't know why his videos help me get through my work day or just stress itself but I'm glad him and his son do these! Keep up the great work you have lots of people who appreciate the living hell out of these
Bruce!!!! You are the best guy. Your clients, family, friends, and the rest of the world are lucky to have you. Thank you for your coverage, and as a recovering pre-law student (I am a veterinarian, instead), you remind me that good people go into your line of work, and some of us need to see that. Have a great trip and keep being you! Hugs from the mitten.
@@Cujotrack A lot is similar, but one that stands out is the fact that there is no such thing as paying bail in Scotland, England, Wales, N.Ireland or Ireland. With our bail, you just get charged and set free with a court date to return. No money changes hands for that.
They went to a road that had gated off areas middle of nowhere.They also planned a story with the drive by. So if he did kill them it was definitely Premeditated. This was like MOB execution style. The only difference they didn’t dump the bodies. Instead they came up with one of the worst stories and coverups 😆
Well it wasn't too bad, because the jury is deadlocked really right now, the judge instructed them to go back , and take turns discussing they opinion, then I'd they still can't agree he's gonna declare a mistrial
@@hitman29hardiman54 I'm kind of thinking hat since the jury is talking already about people being fixed in their opinion that some entered the jury room with a predetermination of guilt or innocence. Some Melly fan or fans have sneaked into this jury group.
@@Curiousviewer22@Curiousviewer22 what are you talking about? They sit and listen to the entire trial then deliberate. That's what they are supposed to do. They just don't agree. They may have different beliefs and opinions. It's not a rare thing. The judge told them to try again and that's normal. They'll go deliberate more and more than likely explain their opinions and the reasons why they have them. It's possible someone forgot a piece of evidence or something that was said but one of their fellow jurors reminds them of it. There is also voir dire where both sides and the judge ask them questions to see if they are competent and suitable for the case. They're literally handpicked. 😅
In the beginning, I thought the state wanted to lose this case because, I felt the prosecutor was lame and didn't have much experience however, Melly and friends gave them the proof on a platter by lying,from the start. They sure didn't think this one out. At all.
@@Xydorf Yes becuase he threw the gun away, There is literally a video showing him get in the seat where the angle of all the shots where taken from, no residue because he went home after. All the evidence points to him.
Still looks really bad. Especially since Glass's statements absolutely contradict everything the defense was trying to push like... Melly was in the red vehicle. But in the video you can see Glass not only in the vehicle at the gate but visibly awake from the movement of his hands. And body. At the gate at that moment Glass says only 4 people were in the car still. So for the defense it looks real awful.
DAM MELLY IS INNOCENT AND GOING THRU A LOT OF PAIN , HOPEFULLY MELLY LSET FREE TO POUR HIS PAIN INTO HIS ALBUM , HIS FANS ARE WAITING ,MELLY CAN WIN A GRAMMY AWARD
Bruce love this review. Could you consider a review of lying witnesses and jury manipulation stories? I’m wondering if this is frequent or rare and what can be done to fight this?
Melly’s defence was farcical, trying to set up doubt over phone ownership and then putting on the stand a fantasy witness that Melly got in the Jeep was abysmal
Yea his defense was pretty awful. But with amount of evidence against him and the self snitching, it was going to be a hard case to Melly to beat in the first place.
Man called 1 witness, to rebut not any of the experts, but to rebut another friend’s testimony that was also in the car 😂😂 and that was supposed to be his alibi, even tho all the evidence points to traveon glass testimony being true. And its clear tthe defense witness changed his testimony after the trial started
You’re right, this DA chick is not a very likable person. You can’t listen to her for a extended period. I thought it was just me but her attitude and action in this trial, can make her lose the case just for that.
Wow, Bruce to get a letter like that is a sure sign of how great a lawyer you are. I could tell you were choked up, even as you read it to us. Many successful Verdicts in your future, and I’m sure you’re gonna hit that million subscribers soon. What a great channel.
@@Th3Watch3rIt was a heartfelt letter from one of Bruce's clients that he just successfully defended in trial thanking him deeply. It starts after 33:03
If the defense brought up experts on bullet trajectory or cell phone data (gps), would not that be looked at as evidence that he was there, at the scene rather than at home?
Visual persuasion is a powerful tool. The State did it with their puzzle pieces, the defense did it with the ballot pages: "Visualize filling out this form Not Guilty." Both have a strong persuasion game.
I’m a university professor, and the automatic use of Power Point is a real issue there. So many people just throw up walls of text on the screen, and its not useful. These days, I only put up graphs, figures or even just background pictures that illustrate what I'm talking about.
If you guys didn't make these videos we'd have zero idea what's going on in this case lol We super appreciate it, thanks for all the amazing info & perspective
This prosecutor's tone of voice is horrendous. Ultra annoying, shouty - its that super common half-angry/ half-indignant tone that all prosecutors seem to like to use and its like nails on a chalkboard. Like someone who is disgusted to have to talk and explain this to you and does it in a smug way. Its a detriment to her.
I am sick. I am in the bed kind of sick. So what did I do to get my mind off of being sick. I went straight to UA-cam to look for Bruce Rivers latest video. He and his content genius came through for me 😊 I feel better now 😂
I would like to see you working. Do you have any cases that were either televised or or taped for some reason? I was going to be a lawyer before I graduate from high school. So listening to you just makes me smile. I absolutely love you. I love your personality so seeing how your personality comes across when you are in court. I would love to see you in action. Please tell Michael how wonderful I think he is well. Thanks
Very well covered thank you CLR team. The only thing I didn’t hear which is another issue..where are the shell casings from the supposed drive by (obviously non existent). If I’m on the jury warm up the bbq this boy is cooked. The defense story has more holes than a golf course to me.
He's guilty. There's no way he could get off! If he gets off EVERYBODY in that area needs to leave. WW3 will go down. And I don't know any of these ppl. Juvy & Sak family want Melly not Bortlen. There's something more deep than we know going on. Just my opinion
@@isidrosalas5088 😂😂😂 Bruce made a video where he mentions a motion or hearing took place to exclude the death penalty. Why would I make it up?? Not that your answer really matters.
Solemn day. It's not decided yet, but the world has lost 2 and potentially 4 young men for no other reason than beef. I'm sad for everyone involved, and separately, any young man in this world who feels he has to resort to violence to survive.
I know you're a defense attorney and naturally lean towards the defense, but as even as terrible the prosecutor was, the experts she called absolutely buried Melly. The kid is done.
The defense clearly put reasonable doubt to that as the expert saying you can’t really tell without the gun how far the shooter was or if they were outside or inside and they ping all these phones but never ping Fredo picking melly up all evidence is too circumstantial too pin on anyone especially giving someone life or death penalty
@@youngeeneden1594 your mistake is not listening whether they say guilty or not guilty there’s many holes in there investigation the prosecutor get all up in her feelings and say they did all they could but they didn’t especially not going after or investigating someone sending a text saying he got two of them and having melly as a target and they pinned all these phones but never pin fredo picking up melly and I won’t acting like ik anything literally repeating what the defense said which he’s repeating what the expert said
I will never get over the theme song 😂 but all jokes aside I normally hate reaction videos. Bruce tho?? Bruce & his son Michael turned something idiotic into something educational AND entertaining. Thank you both. Also imo melly did it for sure, but beyond a reasonable doubt?? Fuck no. The state did an awful job imo.
What do you mean by saying "Melly did it for sure" (which means you are certain he is guilty) but "not beyond a reasonable doubt" ? If you know he "did it for sure," then isn't the case proven, as far as you are concerned? Or, what is your reasonable doubt that remains? Respectfully
@@RotasOpera honestly, I think the puzzle fits together. However, the way the state presented it was verrrrrry dense and a lot of specialized information that the jury may not fully grasp depending on the type of person they are. I think the cases mostly weird coincidences that all seem to point at melly, but the defense made the craziest play by only calling 1 witness, no experts, and basically acting like they have absolutely nothing to prove. The states closing argument was a 2 hour power point. The defense had a convicting, personal, and inspiring closing argument. where they addressed the jury w eye contact and conviction rather than more PowerPoints. The reasonable doubt? His friend says he literally wasn’t there. They have no weapon. The investigation performed was half-assed. I don’t necessarily that the investigator was trying to gain fame within his career like they said, but one by one, the defense picked apart and CREATED reasonable doubt by poking holes within each of the most important witnesses called by the state. If you’ve seen my cousin Vinny, it was like that. I’m completely torn on the verdict, no clue what will happen. The 8/4 rule is terrifying. I’ve followed this pretty closely and while I THINK he did it, I’m really not sure, and if I was on the jury panel, I’d go for acquittal. The state doesn’t have enough Information. If anything I have more questions now than I did before. Reasonable doubt 🤷♂️
@@Its_BOSS_CodMI completely agree with you… It’s more likely than not melly was involved somehow but saying he was the sole trigger man beyond a reasonable doubt? No way… I am completely unbiased and I would vote for an acquittal as well. I definitely have more questions now than I did before.
I tried to watch the closing arguments, but it was just too long. I hope the jury wasn't zoning out like I was. I think the jury will come back with a verdict soon, they've got to be tired.
I agree, except I was able to watch the entire prosecution closing, I found it very well done. The defense’s closing was unbearable so I sped up the feed and fast forwarded some.
@@MH-ds8cbThe defense closing argument was laughable! I could barely get through the whole thing. He had Snoop Dog, the Jolly Green Giant, and a midget to try and refute things!? 🤣🤣🤣🤣
You don't see a lot of serious, practicing trial lawyers on UA-cam - mostly just traffic and civil attorneys. It's nice to have the input of someone who really knows what he's talking about on these kinds of events.
Agreed! If you’re looking for another kick ass practicing lawyer, check out Natalie Lawyer Chick (if you haven’t already found her). She’s a public defense atty. She’s truly amazing, with great content, and her care for her clients shines through.
Civil attorneys dont got to trial?
Lawyer You Know is also good
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Bruce, your audio is always much clearer. Thank you for reposting these closing remarks.
Bruce please never stop making videos
Here 12 mins after the drop! 😢 Hooked 💉😭😄
@@jdlx4912music28mins..😂
14 minutes for me. 😊
It’s so true that you have a lot of attorney’s watching! I’ve been a practicing trial attorney since 2011. I do not do criminal law, but I love watching this Chanel and am learning every time!
It's crazy that Bruce Rivers can probably work like 60 hours a week and still have time to do these videos.... It's like a musician working in the studio all day to go and review albums..... If you got it, you got it... BRUCE RIVERS gots it.
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The amount of extra revenue he makes from these videos is substantial. I don’t blame him one bit. Keeps us entertained too! I’m thankful for him.
I wish i had the kind of energy he has in his late 40's or early 50's and im only 27
Early 60’s fasho but looking great, living great@@I-wont-read-your-replies
have a good time on your motorcycle trip...!!!
Michael Rivers is a content genius🎶🎶
Absolutely! I hope Michael doesn't get corrupted by his scummy great grandparents they're trouble 😂
@@BENNY_MACgrandma is gonna have him take tickets for her rave in the basement she's throwing while Bruce is out of town.
@@BENNY_MAC🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
That's Mr. Content genius to you
Thank you for this content! I'm a current accountant, but dream of being able to go to law school. Your videos are so nice to watch and give me a lot of hope for society and the world to see a kind person using their influence to spread goodness and humanity.
Idk your situation but look into school much more ways and better now to go to school I really hope you do time flies in life don't make regrets find a way GOOD LUCK to you truly wish ya the best❤❤
Don't do it! You'll be up to your eyeballs in debt and unless you loooove reading and tedious paperwork you're likely to be really unhappy. The vast, vast majority of attorneys do not spend their careers spreading goodness and humanity and the ones who do get paid peanuts. I mean, if this really is your dream don't let an internet stranger deter you but do your research and make sure you know what you're getting yourself into.
shoot for becoming a legal aide or paralegal. No you don't get to grandstand and be a blow hard in the courtroom, but you get to help the unwashed layman such as myself navigate the legal process. If you think arguing in court would be fulfilling, become an apartment manager, then you get to argue the intricacies of the tenant landlord statutes and the renter's lease against moronic tenants.
@@Tofu_va_Bienexcellent point my friend. I believe the lawyers who do the kind of kindness work that is being discussed do not really care about the money anyway.
Safe travels!! Keep us updated if you can!!
You’re the Man Bruce!!
You rock.
Great content, as always.
Greetings from the Netherlands
I can completely relate to your client. About four years ago I went through my own personal hell through the legal system. Basically what happened my ex who suffers from mental health issues decided she didn't want to take her medication anymore and everything went to hell. It was about a two-and-a-half-year battle in and out of court. The words that your clients spoke about you is exactly the same feeling I had with my lawyer. I cannot be any more grateful to my lawyer and all the hard work that he put in. I don't know if this is the case for all lawyers but it was definitely the case. You hear stories where even if you just want to talk to you a lawyer will charge you $100 or put you on the clock. The amazing lawyer that I had never once charged me extra if I had questions or text him about something. I was so grateful about that because I myself also had sleepless nights. I'm 42 now this all happened when I was in my mid-30s around 35. Up until then I've never had any problems or issues with law. Being a man in the legal system going against the woman you already are behind the 8-ball. So I just want to say to you in all the other amazing defense lawyers thank you so much for the work that you have to do. For two-and-a-half years I didn't sleep the whole night through. So once again thank you so much to you and all the amazing lawyers that fight. Keep up the great work because you definitely mean something
Glad to hear you're doing better man!
@@jackrosado746 thank you!
Way To Go Bruce and Michael.
Bruce is my favorite Lawyer on UA-cam!
This video has 17,000 views and less than an hour of being posted. W😮W
Also this channel should have 1 million subscribers by the end of July 2023.🎉
I soooo agree!!!
What a letter! ❤ A client who truly appreciates you and your team's hard work ethic.
Congratulations Bruce! Im happy to hear you saved someone from going to prison and letting the government ruin their life!!! This is why the world needs more people like you. #kickThat prosecutor's Ass
I only found your channel a week ago and it’s my fave! Your commentary and explanations are the best! Don’t ever change. Keep doing you Bruce!! From your biggest Aussie fan 🇦🇺
If it’s true that “jury’s can’t listen” to too much then 16 days of testimony must have been mind blowing! Love your channel!
At once...it can lead to a lack of focus on the key points to getting the verdict or against it.
Jury's focus on key things and that's what they'll remember when they have to decide
And everyone zones out at different times whether they’re trying to pay attention or not. That’s why it’s good to have notes, but I bet the packets they’re given for use in deliberation are MASSIVE
I thought his defense started strong at the onset of the trial. But as the evidence mounted and the picture became more clear, they were left reaching for straws. I imagine it's difficult AF to defend a guilty man tho
It's not beyond a reasonable doubt tho, this is why innocent ppl get convicted, they literally can't prove it was him,
@@Armed-Forever definitely beyond a reasonable doubt lol. But the jury will have the last word
What you have to understand is that even though we are privy to all this extra information , bias, AND the trial information, it seems that about 60-70 percent of people call him guilty, and they are sure and 30-40 percent of them say that the state didn't prove it. And they are just as sure... That's a " hung public" lol. And I'f the public is hung, it stands to reason the jury is too.
And this reflects true because the jury came in about 20 minutes ago and stated they couldn't resolve and reach a unanimous decision.. that " each juror was stuck in their respective camp".
Judge pretty much said go back and try again for a little while.and if you still can't agree I'll declare mistrial
@@TheRealSwampOperator I understand that, but I also understand that it doesn't require 12 votes for him to receive the death penalty. Based on your assessment, 60-70% siding towards guilty should be sufficient
@@Armed-Foreverwhat is the reasonable doubt? Name it.
As usual I absolutely agree with Bruce..... Salute 🫡
Kiss Azz
Awesome letter! Real people like you give me reason to believe that good people do exist.
I don't see in any situation where melly is gonna walk free from this. The prosecution's case was too rock soild on him being present at the time of the murders and proving that the shooting wasn't a drive by and was done within the vehicle. Whats going to take the longest in juror deliberations is whether he gets the death penalty or not.
I have to agree
If you break down what doubt did the defense put in the minds of the Jury vs all the points the prosecution brought up that made the picture clear to the jury isn’t even close
Yes but no GSR and no DNA evidence at the time of the scene showing he was indeed in the car the whole time and did not get out, is saying otherwise. No gun In possession as well. If he says he got out the car before the shooting, they have no way of proving that nor do they have proof that he was in the vehicle during the shooting or during the whole time
So it's pointing more to the insufficient evidence side because the other guy had GSR on him and his hands. So therefore, beyond reasonable doubt which means hardcore evidence showing he shot and he was there. They don't have the proof of that as far as GSR and the gun and etc. Yes they have him on camera getting in the seat but could have easily gotten out during anytime during the ride. I agree he was indeed there though. They just gotta prove he pulled the trigger. And so far it's speculation
Goodness it’s scary how little evidence sways people. The state had a horrible case and didn’t prove anything but that he got in the car 2 hours before the murder that’s all. The jury is currently hung so his chances of walking are decent
@@kamshan7540 The jury is expected to use common sense. Common sense tells you that you don't get out of a car with 4 people at that time of the morning to squeeze into another car that already has 4 people in order to go to the same destination. The jury is instructed to not hold it against the defendant for not testifying, but they will hold it against the defendant for not having some explanation come forth as to why he switched cars this time of the morning, and at a time when 2 people in the car he had been traveling in just happen to be killed from within the car while Bortland claimed it was a driveby shooting. Any juror who is holding out against a conviction is either a Melly groupie or someone who thinks that "beyond reasonable doubt" means that if there is any speculation possible that could raise doubt, that meets the threshold. Maybe the dispute is to whether the killing is gang related. That would be understandable.
Shot out from France, differences between country's law is so interesting and tells a lot!
I don't know why his videos help me get through my work day or just stress itself but I'm glad him and his son do these! Keep up the great work you have lots of people who appreciate the living hell out of these
Bruce don’t lie we know you only wearing the top half of the suit 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Bruce right on time king
Bruce!!!! You are the best guy. Your clients, family, friends, and the rest of the world are lucky to have you. Thank you for your coverage, and as a recovering pre-law student (I am a veterinarian, instead), you remind me that good people go into your line of work, and some of us need to see that. Have a great trip and keep being you! Hugs from the mitten.
He's still a defence lawyer. But he does have that hooker with a heart of gold vibe
WHO IZZY?
Bruce, Grandma invited the whole pub to a rave in your basement when you're in Alaska.
Watching here in Ireland 🇮🇪 absolutely fascinates me how the American system work thank you for breaking these cases
How or what’s different in Ireland
Me too, in Dublin! A really enjoyable channel.
I'm in Scotland and love Bruce too.
@@Cujotrack A lot is similar, but one that stands out is the fact that there is no such thing as paying bail in Scotland, England, Wales, N.Ireland or Ireland. With our bail, you just get charged and set free with a court date to return. No money changes hands for that.
@@Nicci82not surprising USA is the one involving money 😂 the greed is nuts.
Such a lovely letter from your client. Thank you for sharing.
They went to a road that had gated off areas middle of nowhere.They also planned a story with the drive by. So if he did kill them it was definitely Premeditated. This was like MOB execution style. The only difference they didn’t dump the bodies. Instead they came up with one of the worst stories and coverups 😆
You are exactly right 💯 well stated.
Well it wasn't too bad, because the jury is deadlocked really right now, the judge instructed them to go back , and take turns discussing they opinion, then I'd they still can't agree he's gonna declare a mistrial
@@TheRealSwampOperator I’m going to be sort of surprised if it’s not a mistrial to be honest.
@@hitman29hardiman54 I'm kind of thinking hat since the jury is talking already about people being fixed in their opinion that some entered the jury room with a predetermination of guilt or innocence. Some Melly fan or fans have sneaked into this jury group.
@@Curiousviewer22@Curiousviewer22 what are you talking about? They sit and listen to the entire trial then deliberate. That's what they are supposed to do. They just don't agree. They may have different beliefs and opinions. It's not a rare thing. The judge told them to try again and that's normal. They'll go deliberate more and more than likely explain their opinions and the reasons why they have them. It's possible someone forgot a piece of evidence or something that was said but one of their fellow jurors reminds them of it.
There is also voir dire where both sides and the judge ask them questions to see if they are competent and suitable for the case. They're literally handpicked. 😅
YOOO Melly looks like Gatekeeper from Little Nicky!!!! 😂😂😂
You're so amazing Bruce! You and Michael are doing a great job ❤ Congrats on the win and thanks for this coverage 👌🏾
In the beginning, I thought the state wanted to lose this case because, I felt the prosecutor was lame and didn't have much experience however, Melly and friends gave them the proof on a platter by lying,from the start. They sure didn't think this one out. At all.
No murder weapon, no DNA inside the car, no gunshot residue, no nothing.
@@Xydorf🤡
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Yes becuase he threw the gun away, There is literally a video showing him get in the seat where the angle of all the shots where taken from, no residue because he went home after. All the evidence points to him.
@@kylemailey3670they didn’t even do a search warrant to search his residence for any of that. That’s what is truly crazy
@@Xydorfall circumstantial evidence, and quite a bit of it, but you’re correct no physical evidence
It looked VERY BAD for Melly from day 1, yet (many of) his fans can’t accept it 😣
Still looks really bad. Especially since Glass's statements absolutely contradict everything the defense was trying to push like... Melly was in the red vehicle. But in the video you can see Glass not only in the vehicle at the gate but visibly awake from the movement of his hands. And body. At the gate at that moment Glass says only 4 people were in the car still. So for the defense it looks real awful.
not from day 1 the prosecutor didn’t have a strong case but it gots better it looks very bad for melly.
DAM MELLY IS INNOCENT AND GOING THRU A LOT OF PAIN , HOPEFULLY MELLY LSET FREE TO POUR HIS PAIN INTO HIS ALBUM , HIS FANS ARE WAITING ,MELLY CAN WIN A GRAMMY AWARD
I disagree I think his best day was the 1st day with the Bullcrap statement his lawyer made. After day 1 they started tying that noose
They are delusional. You can like a person and acknowledge they are flawed.
Bruce and Michael deserve that millionth follower today
Love you Bruce
I feel like a PowerPoint actually made the case easier to follow than the defenses closing statement
I kept getting distracted by the white arrow (cursor) jumping around. 😂 like follow the bouncing ball
Mistrial video about to go hard. Bruce is like the only dude I trust to cover this is an informed and entertaining way
Bruce love this review. Could you consider a review of lying witnesses and jury manipulation stories? I’m wondering if this is frequent or rare and what can be done to fight this?
That’s actually a really good question. I hope he sees this
@CLR Bruce Rivers
See above comment! 👆
Melly’s defence was farcical, trying to set up doubt over phone ownership and then putting on the stand a fantasy witness that Melly got in the Jeep was abysmal
Love this use of the word farcical 😂❤
It was such a flippant approach to a serious case.
Yea his defense was pretty awful. But with amount of evidence against him and the self snitching, it was going to be a hard case to Melly to beat in the first place.
Man called 1 witness, to rebut not any of the experts, but to rebut another friend’s testimony that was also in the car 😂😂 and that was supposed to be his alibi, even tho all the evidence points to traveon glass testimony being true. And its clear tthe defense witness changed his testimony after the trial started
Farcical
You’re right, this DA chick is not a very likable person. You can’t listen to her for a extended period. I thought it was just me but her attitude and action in this trial, can make her lose the case just for that.
Yeah, Bruce, I agree guilty. Thanks for your continuing hard work in bringing these videos to us.
You’re a light! Much love for you and what you do Bruce
I learned so much from this case that I think I can now stage a murder.
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Be like Melly
But please don’t 😯
Yeah and the prosecutors will find this message and you'll be fucked. 😂
Watching from Australia 🇦🇺. We love you Bruce and Michael. Keep up the great work!
I hope your grandmother is going to be alright when you go on that motorcycle trip.
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Thank you for going through these! I'm always learning something new! Pretty compelling evidence!
I love that as defense attorney you still look at the cases you cover from an objective pov.
I appreciates that about cha
I LOVE THE INTRO. YOUR SON HAS TALENT...LOVE TO WATCH THIS FATHER N SON WORK TOGETHER .AT THE SAME TIME GIVING KNOWLAGE
I been waiting on your point of view on the closing arguments
You guys are AWESOME !!!
Wow, Bruce to get a letter like that is a sure sign of how great a lawyer you are. I could tell you were choked up, even as you read it to us. Many successful Verdicts in your future, and I’m sure you’re gonna hit that million subscribers soon. What a great channel.
Man I'm at work trying to digest this video 😂. What was the Jist of the letter?
@@Th3Watch3rIt was a heartfelt letter from one of Bruce's clients that he just successfully defended in trial thanking him deeply. It starts after 33:03
@@JacksonMack3742 awesome! Thank you for letting me know.
If he's found not guilty I have no faith in this world anymore
I lost mine back when OJ was acquitted 😢
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@@markbrown8097to this day I have no idea who they paid off for that verdict
@@nothinguntouchedpodcastno one was paid off they came up with the verdict to offset what happen to the Rodney King beating and the cops getting off.
@@markbrown8097and then he goes and writes that book "if i did it"
Bruce that letter was heart touching 🇬🇧
If the defense brought up experts on bullet trajectory or cell phone data (gps), would not that be looked at as evidence that he was there, at the scene rather than at home?
Exactly why they played the no comment role, because there saying none of that pertains to there client 😂
Thank you Bruce. Hope I never need you but I know you are needed & much appreciated
Hope granny is still sober bruce. Bless her heart.
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I would love to see a live Q and A on this channel weekly
Visual persuasion is a powerful tool. The State did it with their puzzle pieces, the defense did it with the ballot pages: "Visualize filling out this form Not Guilty." Both have a strong persuasion game.
Wonderful letter Bruce, Great Job
Yeah....the evidence is pretty damning. The defense did a good job casting some doubt, but it is pretty clear he did it imo.
For me I decided on the basis it couldn’t of been anyone else trajectories of the bullets n the rest that came with that..
I've been told by all of Mellys fans that there is Zero Evidence against Him. To this, I Laugh.
@@danielmeuler2877Them fans are probably the same kind of fools who believe "Trans" is actually a gender too..
@@danielmeuler2877 bro there’s no gun!(sarcasm)
@@rawifacationhe threw the bullets with his hands 😂
Great explanation, Bruce ,I a big fan of you all the way from Paris.
It's sad to say, and don't want to believe it, to be true! But he's guilty, there is too much evidence showing him the shooter
I’m a university professor, and the automatic use of Power Point is a real issue there. So many people just throw up walls of text on the screen, and its not useful. These days, I only put up graphs, figures or even just background pictures that illustrate what I'm talking about.
They are REREADING testimony right now in the courtroom. A LOT OF TESTIMONY.
It seems like it's for the creditability of that particular witness.
As always, great content. I enjoyed listening to the kind words from your client. You're making a difference. Keep up the great work!
If you guys didn't make these videos we'd have zero idea what's going on in this case lol We super appreciate it, thanks for all the amazing info & perspective
Couldn't wait for yall... watched her on Law and Order last night! But I'm here now, 12 mins after the drop! #freegrandma
Curious to hear your thoughts on the final statements from the defense. The lawyer did not seem on top of it compared to the last couple days!
defense created reasonable doubt, but jury's have convicted ppl with less evidence ... prosecution just don't know what happened for sure
I thought he did well
Wow thanks for updates & coverage of this trial ❤
This prosecutor's tone of voice is horrendous. Ultra annoying, shouty - its that super common half-angry/ half-indignant tone that all prosecutors seem to like to use and its like nails on a chalkboard. Like someone who is disgusted to have to talk and explain this to you and does it in a smug way. Its a detriment to her.
I am sick. I am in the bed kind of sick. So what did I do to get my mind off of being sick. I went straight to UA-cam to look for Bruce Rivers latest video. He and his content genius came through for me 😊 I feel better now 😂
I would like to see you working. Do you have any cases that were either televised or or taped for some reason? I was going to be a lawyer before I graduate from high school. So listening to you just makes me smile. I absolutely love you. I love your personality so seeing how your personality comes across when you are in court. I would love to see you in action. Please tell Michael how wonderful I think he is well. Thanks
Very well covered thank you CLR team. The only thing I didn’t hear which is another issue..where are the shell casings from the supposed drive by (obviously non existent). If I’m on the jury warm up the bbq this boy is cooked. The defense story has more holes than a golf course to me.
I think he's going to be found guilty but won't get the death penalty, he'll get life w/o parole.
Bruce love the way you break things down
He's guilty. There's no way he could get off! If he gets off EVERYBODY in that area needs to leave. WW3 will go down. And I don't know any of these ppl. Juvy & Sak family want Melly not Bortlen. There's something more deep than we know going on. Just my opinion
Thank you both for your content!
Always informative and coherent.
Life in prison, I dont think they will give him the death penalty
The death penalty is Already off the table.
@@JohnDoe-qz1ql You sure ? She was still trying to push the 'benefit the gang' line albeit for like 10 seconds.
@@JohnDoe-qz1qlStop making chit up. We know you're trolling. Get a life
@@isidrosalas5088 hes right men, death row is off the table already! Watch day 7 or 8 back
@@isidrosalas5088 😂😂😂 Bruce made a video where he mentions a motion or hearing took place to exclude the death penalty. Why would I make it up?? Not that your answer really matters.
Been waiting for this one
Realize now we had so many pee breaks during court because defense setting up the "Melly gotta pee" car hopping.
I pee a lot.
❤❤❤❤❤ I just saw your interview with Geordie and now I follow him because of you and Michael Rivers the content creator.
Solemn day. It's not decided yet, but the world has lost 2 and potentially 4 young men for no other reason than beef. I'm sad for everyone involved, and separately, any young man in this world who feels he has to resort to violence to survive.
This obviously doesn't include organized violence like sports, as well as military service
If u really beefing with someone y'all not gone still b living together n doing music
I couldnt wait to here h
Your opinion on this. I agree and have thought the same thing you have spoke on. Thanks Brixe n Michael.
♫ Bruce Rivers, he's the criminal lawyer. But who is he? Bruce Rivers, he's the criminal lawyer. And what he do? ♫
I need this as my ringtone. 🌈
CLR please deal with Audio settings, it's below the normal threshold
Happy for Bruce and his client. I’m sure that person has a newfound appreciation for life & freedom.
So glad I found you here on UA-cam.
I enjoy watching your videos! ♡
Let’s keep in mind that you’re probably trying lesser crimes than death penalty murder cases when you have a 30 min closing argument 😅😂
Thanks for the breaking it down for us .IN MY OPINION
They should’ve also charged both of em’ for extreme stupidity!
They definitely all the real big and even some of the great big dumb.
I mean these two dude are stoooopidddd
Mellys mother should be jailed as well
Mr. Rivers, you are one class act, Sir
I know you're a defense attorney and naturally lean towards the defense, but as even as terrible the prosecutor was, the experts she called absolutely buried Melly. The kid is done.
Why is he done, because of their so called assumptions, aka grad school Hypothesis?
The defense clearly put reasonable doubt to that as the expert saying you can’t really tell without the gun how far the shooter was or if they were outside or inside and they ping all these phones but never ping Fredo picking melly up all evidence is too circumstantial too pin on anyone especially giving someone life or death penalty
Your first mistake.. you think “you Know”
If the prosecutors chose, vetted, and utilized the right experts - how was the prosecutor terrible?
@@youngeeneden1594 your mistake is not listening whether they say guilty or not guilty there’s many holes in there investigation the prosecutor get all up in her feelings and say they did all they could but they didn’t especially not going after or investigating someone sending a text saying he got two of them and having melly as a target and they pinned all these phones but never pin fredo picking up melly and I won’t acting like ik anything literally repeating what the defense said which he’s repeating what the expert said
Great vid mr rivers and to mr michael rivers also, great job both of you
Prosecution had it on rebuttal knocked it out of the ballpark IMHO
patiently waiting for your input on the mistrial now
I will never get over the theme song 😂 but all jokes aside I normally hate reaction videos. Bruce tho?? Bruce & his son Michael turned something idiotic into something educational AND entertaining. Thank you both.
Also imo melly did it for sure, but beyond a reasonable doubt?? Fuck no. The state did an awful job imo.
They fucked this up royally because of all of the witness tampering and not having concrete evidence if he walks at this point I would not even care
My son loves the theme song. LOL!!
What do you mean by saying "Melly did it for sure" (which means you are certain he is guilty) but "not beyond a reasonable doubt" ? If you know he "did it for sure," then isn't the case proven, as far as you are concerned? Or, what is your reasonable doubt that remains? Respectfully
@@RotasOpera honestly, I think the puzzle fits together. However, the way the state presented it was verrrrrry dense and a lot of specialized information that the jury may not fully grasp depending on the type of person they are. I think the cases mostly weird coincidences that all seem to point at melly, but the defense made the craziest play by only calling 1 witness, no experts, and basically acting like they have absolutely nothing to prove.
The states closing argument was a 2 hour power point. The defense had a convicting, personal, and inspiring closing argument. where they addressed the jury w eye contact and conviction rather than more PowerPoints.
The reasonable doubt? His friend says he literally wasn’t there. They have no weapon. The investigation performed was half-assed.
I don’t necessarily that the investigator was trying to gain fame within his career like they said, but one by one, the defense picked apart and CREATED reasonable doubt by poking holes within each of the most important witnesses called by the state.
If you’ve seen my cousin Vinny, it was like that.
I’m completely torn on the verdict, no clue what will happen. The 8/4 rule is terrifying. I’ve followed this pretty closely and while I THINK he did it, I’m really not sure, and if I was on the jury panel, I’d go for acquittal.
The state doesn’t have enough Information. If anything I have more questions now than I did before.
Reasonable doubt 🤷♂️
@@Its_BOSS_CodMI completely agree with you… It’s more likely than not melly was involved somehow but saying he was the sole trigger man beyond a reasonable doubt? No way… I am completely unbiased and I would vote for an acquittal as well. I definitely have more questions now than I did before.
Bruce enjoy your vacation 🫡
I tried to watch the closing arguments, but it was just too long. I hope the jury wasn't zoning out like I was. I think the jury will come back with a verdict soon, they've got to be tired.
I agree, except I was able to watch the entire prosecution closing, I found it very well done. The defense’s closing was unbearable so I sped up the feed and fast forwarded some.
@@MH-ds8cbThe defense closing argument was laughable! I could barely get through the whole thing. He had Snoop Dog, the Jolly Green Giant, and a midget to try and refute things!?
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@@tinavasquez7206don’t forget quando wando 🔥🔥🗣️
It's to summarize the case. Sometimes there is a lot of evidence.
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Your a go**amn work horse man! We appreciate you Bruce.
Good video especially 6:42
Thank you.😉