Defending the Attorney-Client Privilege The Shanna Gardner Case

 In an intriguing episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," Tony delves into the complex case of Shanna Gardner, whose legal team has filed a motion to dismiss the indictment against her, related to the death of her ex-husband. Tony is joined by Eric Faddis, a former prosecutor turned defense attorney, to shed light on the nuances of the situation, specifically the controversy surrounding the taint team's handling of evidence. Here's a summary of the conversation: Taint Team Process Explained: Faddis clarifies the role of the taint team in separating attorney-client privileged communications from relevant evidence in a case, especially in the digital age where entire devices are downloaded for evidence. Shanna Gardner's Case: The motion to dismiss the indictment against Gardner stems from allegations that the taint team failed to properly filter out privileged information, potentially breaching attorney-client confidentiality. Objective of the Motion: While the motion's likelihood of leading to dismissal is slim, the defense aims to have the current prosecutorial team recused, forcing a reset with a new prosecutorial team. This could introduce strategic advantages for the defense by injecting chaos into the prosecution's preparations. Strategic Legal Moves: Faddis discusses the strategic implications of such a motion, suggesting it's a chess move in criminal litigation aimed at gaining a tactical advantage, possibly through fresh plea negotiations or a more favorable prosecutorial approach. Impact on the Trial: The issue of the original prosecutor's potential invasion of attorney-client privilege is unlikely to be presented to the jury, as it does not directly pertain to Gardner's guilt or innocence but is rather a procedural concern affecting the trial's preparation. This episode highlights the strategic complexities and procedural intricacies within high-profile legal cases, offering listeners a deeper understanding of the defense's motivations and potential impacts on the trial process. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com