JUDGE RESPONDS to Lori Vallow Daybell's Retrial Motion

The judge denies Lorie Valow’s motion for a new trial, finding no evidence of juror misconduct, prosecutorial misconduct, discovery violations, or bias, and concluding the trial was fair and impartial. 1:41

Key Takeaways:
• No juror misconduct found due to lack of evidence or prejudice; juror 15’s statement was inconsistent with other statements and not supported by affidavit. 2:56
• Statements by Tyler Ryan and Alex Cox were properly excluded as hearsay; defendant failed to offer specific statements or cross-examine expert witness. 5:28
• No discovery violation because defendant never articulated exculpatory evidence, and the phone was previously disclosed. 13:00
• No prosecutorial misconduct; defendant’s religious freedom claims are unfounded and unrelated to trial conduct. 17:56
• Court found no bias, despite a comment comparing the defendant to a prophet; no evidence jurors were influenced. 20:42

The judge’s detailed, patient response underscores the lack of grounds for a new trial and reaffirms the fairness of the proceedings.

Sources:

• 1:41 Judge addresses the motion for a new trial and outlines key issues.
• 2:56 Juror misconduct claim dismissed due to insufficient evidence and conflicting statements.
• 5:28 Hearsay exclusion upheld; defendant failed to provide specific statements or cross-examine.
• 13:00 Discovery violation denied; no exculpatory evidence was articulated.
• 17:56(ht