Games Lawyers Play: Tampering with Evidence and Manipulating Jurors.

Lawyer Games: In this high-stakes game of cat and mouse, the outcome often starkly contrasts the public's expectation of justice. Dep Kirkland is a former assistant prosecutor in one of the most notorious murder trials in Savannah, GA history. The murder of "grifter" Danny Hansford by well-known yet mercurial antique dealer Jim Williams shook up the sleepy Southern town, spawning a book turned feature film of the same name titled "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil." Dep joins the podcast waxing everything from the Williams case's multiple mistrials to OJ Simpson's acquittal; he explains how high-profile litigators push the boundaries of the law. • Collier shares an Instagram message from a fan in Ukraine (@katrinbranch). At age 11, Collier was forced from his home with only twenty minutes to pack, and he empathizes with the one million refugees displaced from their homes, families, and lives... •Dep shares stories of how the defense manipulated photographs to secure multiple mistrials in the Williams case... •Collier reflects on the multi-faceted American justice system... YouTube link of this episode: https://youtu.be/s-0foAkEOwo Links and Resources:  Dep's book "Lawyer Games: After Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" recollects his time as both a prosecutor and private defense lawyer: https://www.amazon.com/Lawyer-Games-After-Midnight-Garden/dp/1457539454 *** Bonus Episode March 9, 2022 *** Join Collier and Dep for an hour-long conversation explaining in detail the case that influenced “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” Wednesday, March 9. YouTube link to BONUS episode: https://youtu.be/DR-eAwHoWos Ways You Can Support this Podcast: ➡️ Buy Me A Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/collierlandry ➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collierlandry?sub_confirmation=1 ➡️ Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/collier-landry ➡️ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/collierlandry ➡️ Merch Store: https://www.collierlandry.com/store ➡️ Shop Using My Amazon Affiliate Link (It's FREE!): https://www.amazon.com/shop/collierlandry ➡️ Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3FH1VW897OG84 ➡️ Social Media links: https://collierlandry.com/links Collier's Live Schedule: Instagram: Tuesday 2 pm ET / 11 am PT YouTube/@collierlandry: Wednesdays & Sundays 6 pm ET / 3 pm PT It's important to consider seeking support from a licensed mental health professional or support group. Talking to a trusted friend/family member can also be beneficial in overcoming trauma and its aftermath.  •Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ •Trauma-Recovery.org: https://trauma-recovery.org/ •American Psychological Association: https://www.apa.org/ •National Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml •National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-4673 https://www.rainn.org/ •National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 https://www.thehotline.org/ Disclaimer: This content is based on public news sites, interviews, court documents, Facebook groups, and news segments. All quoted statements are considered alleged unless confirmed. The views expressed are my own and may not reflect any organization. Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. This content is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult a qualified healthcare professional for support. I do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information and am not liable for errors or damages. Verify facts independently. All information is provided as-is and is subject to change. #truestory #mentalhealth #traumarecovery *This podcast contains colorful language that some of our listeners might consider NSFW...even when working from home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices