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Trial Lessons From the Infamous Case
Amanda Knox, from Seattle, Washington, was living the dream. She saved her money to study abroad and intended to experience all that life had to offer in Perugia, Italy. Her plan was to study for one year in Italy and become immersed in the Italian culture. But her dream turned into a nightmare when her roommate Meredith Kercher was murdered, and all eyes turned toward the American as the murderer. This harrowing case is a cautionary tale of traveling abroad and expecting American due process. Not every country follows the same legal rules: right to counsel, right against self-incrimination, prohibition of forced confessions. The tale of the Amanda Knox trial will re-enforce legal principles of due process and explore practical considerations inĀ advising clients experiencing legal trouble abroad. And at the end of this saga, you will gain a new understanding and appreciation for our legal systems and traditions. Register today!
This program is being designed in conjunction with attorney Joel Oster, Comedian of Law and True Crime Podcaster.
Abbreviated Agenda
- Facts of the Amanda Knox Case
- Forced Confession: Abusive Police Tactics and Constitutional Rights
- The Amana Knox Trial
- Appeal and Subsequent Re-Trial
- Takeaways and Lessons: Global Approaches to Criminal Defense
Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Alabama CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Arkansas CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Arizona CLE |
|
3 Total |
| California CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Colorado CLE |
|
4 Total |
| Connecticut CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Delaware CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Florida CLE |
|
3.5 Total |
| Georgia CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Hawaii CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Iowa CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Idaho CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Illinois CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Indiana CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Kansas CLE |
|
3.5 Total |
| Kentucky CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Louisiana CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Maine CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Minnesota CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Missouri CLE |
|
3.6 Total |
| Northern Mariana Islands CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Mississippi CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Montana CLE |
|
3 Total |
| North Carolina CLE |
|
3 Total |
| North Dakota CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Nebraska CLE |
|
3 Total |
| New Hampshire CLE |
|
3 Total |
| New Jersey CLE |
|
3.6 Total |
| New Mexico CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Nevada CLE |
|
3 Total |
| New York CLE |
|
3.5 Total |
| Ohio CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Oklahoma CLE |
|
3.5 Total |
| Oregon CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Pennsylvania CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Rhode Island CLE |
|
3.5 Total |
| South Carolina CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Tennessee CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Texas CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Utah CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Virginia CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Vermont CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Washington CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Wisconsin CLE |
|
3.5 Total |
| West Virginia CLE |
|
3.6 Total |
| Wyoming CLE |
|
3 Total |
Select Jurisdiction
CLE
Agenda
-
Facts of the Amanda Knox Case
- Who is Amanda Knox?
- Events of the Week Leading Up to the Murder
-
Forced Confession: Abusive Police Tactics and Constitutional Rights
- The Investigation
- The Confession
- Withdrawing the Confession
- The Constitutionality of Force Confessions
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The Amana Knox Trial
- Differences Between Italian and U.S. Legal Systems
- What Rights do U.S. Citizens Have Overseas? How Are Those Rights Exercised?
- The Pre-Trial Procedures
- Prosecution's Case
- Defense Strategies
- Civil Defamation Claims Within a Criminal Trial
- Key Witnesses and Moments During Trial
- The Decision
-
Appeal and Subsequent Re-Trial
- Standard of Review for Appeal
- Effect of Publicity on Trial
- Differences Between First and Second Trial
- The Verdict
-
Takeaways and Lessons: Global Approaches to Criminal Defense
- What Can a U.S. Lawyer Do for a Client Caught Up in Legal Trouble Abroad?
- Amanda Knox's Case vs. Brittny Griner's Legal Situation
- Monday Morning QB - What Could Have Been Done Differently
Who Should Attend
This true-crime legal course is designed for attorneys. Paralegals and legal staff will also benefit.
Speakers
Speaker bio
Joel L. Oster
is a litigator, national speaker, podcaster and stand-up comic. He is in private practice specializing in constitutional law, appellate advocacy, and attorney ethics. Mr. Oster regularly litigates First Amendment issues and has been lead counsel on two cases that ended up in the U.S. Supreme Court. He has argued a case before the United States District Court for the Western District of New York and the Second Circuit and was part of a legal team that successfully defended a case in the U.S. Supreme Court. He's also prevailed as lead counsel in defending a case before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. Mr. Oster has spoken to thousands of attorneys across the United States and brings their combined practical perspectives to his seminars. He has presented at numerous bench and bar conferences and co-hosts the podcast DeBriefing the Law with Chris Marohn. The podcast covers current legal news and true crimes using their brand of humor. From the Supreme Court to O.J. Simpson, no legal topic is off-limits. Most importantly he is also a stand-up comic. Even though he has argued before numerous appellate courts, including Judge Calabresi of the Second Circuit, he said nothing compares to the nerves of trying to make a room full of drunk college kids laugh. He headlined the comedy tour "Presumed Funny" which featured random musings about the legal profession. Mr. Oster earned his J.D. degree from the University of Kansas School of Law. He is admitted to the bar in Kansas, Missouri, Florida and numerous federal courts.
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