o n t h e t r a c k s

Tuesday

On the Tracks goes into the Jury Box

I spent the day serving as a juror in a criminal case - allegations of aggravated assault. A truly sad situation. Today was day one and by its end the defendant was found guilty of aggravated assault (the only other option was simple assault - the defense didn't deny that this man had done the deed). A week ago I didn't even know the difference between plain assault and the aggravated variety.

It was bearable if you approached it as you would a fine dramatic presentation. But I think I am glad I decided against law school back in 1980.

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