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Crimes of the Century CLE: The Angela Davis Murder Trial

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Mississippi CLE Approved 2 Total
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New Hampshire CLE Approved 2 Total
New Jersey CLE Approved 2.4 Total
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Nevada CLE Approved 2 Total
New York CLE Approved 2 Total
Ohio CLE Pending 2 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 2.5 Total
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Tennessee CLE Approved 2 Total
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Wisconsin CLE Approved 2 Total
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Joel Oster
With Joel L. Oster from Comedian of Law, LLC

Tue, Oct 20, 00:00 AM – 00:00 PM

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Overview

Criminal Defense, Constitutional Rights, and Lessons From a Landmark Political Prosecution

One of the most controversial criminal prosecutions in American history became a defining moment for the justice system. When activist and scholar Angela Davis was charged with murder, kidnapping, and conspiracy following the deadly 1970 Marin County courthouse incident, the resulting trial captured international attention and raised enduring questions about criminal liability, political expression, constitutional rights, and the role of the jury.
This two-hour CLE examines the investigation, prosecution, and eventual acquittal of Angela Davis through the lens of modern criminal practice. Participants will explore the prosecution's theory of accomplice and conspiracy liability, the defense's trial strategy, key evidentiary rulings, jury selection, and the constitutional issues that shaped one of the most significant criminal trials of the twentieth century.

Designed for prosecutors, criminal defense attorneys, judges, and trial lawyers, this program goes beyond the headlines to uncover practical lessons on trying high-profile cases, presenting circumstantial evidence, navigating pretrial publicity, and fulfilling attorney obligations under intense public scrutiny. Whether viewed as a landmark political prosecution or a masterclass in criminal trial advocacy, the Angela Davis case continues to offer valuable insights for today's legal practitioners. Register today!

This program is designed in conjunction with attorney Joel Oster, Comedian of Law and True Crime Podcaster.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Historical Background and Case Overview
  2. Constitutional and Evidentiary Issues
  3. Trial Strategy: Prosecution and Defense
  4. Lasting Impact and Practical Lessons

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Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 2 Total
Alabama CLE Approved 2 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 2 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 2 Total
California CLE Approved 2 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 2 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 2 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 2 Total
Florida CLE Approved 2.5 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 2 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 2 Total
Iowa CLE Pending 2 Total
Idaho CLE Pending 2 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 2 Total
Indiana CLE Approved 2 Total
Kansas CLE Pending 2 Total
Kentucky CLE Pending 2 Total
Louisiana CLE Approved 2 Total
Maine CLE Approved 2 Total
Minnesota CLE Pending 2 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 2.4 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 2 Total
Mississippi CLE Approved 2 Total
Montana CLE Pending 2 Total
North Dakota CLE Pending 2 Total
Nebraska CLE Pending 2 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 2 Total
New Jersey CLE Approved 2.4 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 2 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 2 Total
New York CLE Approved 2 Total
Ohio CLE Pending 2 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 2.5 Total
Oregon CLE Pending 2 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 2 Total
Rhode Island CLE Approved 2 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 2 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 2 Total
Texas CLE Approved 2 Total
Utah CLE Approved 2 Total
Virginia CLE Pending 2 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 2 Total
Washington CLE Approved 2 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 2 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 2.4 Total
Wyoming CLE Approved 2 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Historical Background and Case Overview

    1. Political and Social Climate of the Late 1960s and Early 1970s
    2. The Marin County Courthouse Incident (August 7, 1970)
    3. Charges Against Angela Davis
    4. Arrest, Extradition, and Pretrial Proceedings
    5. Overview of the Prosecution's Theory of the Case

  2. Constitutional and Evidentiary Issues

    1. Conspiracy and Accomplice Liability
    2. Ownership of the Firearms Used in the Offense
    3. Intent Versus Association
    4. First Amendment Concerns and Political Affiliation Evidence
    5. Evidentiary Challenges and Admissibility Rulings
    6. Burden of Proof in Circumstantial Prosecutions

  3. Trial Strategy: Prosecution and Defense

    1. Jury Selection in a Nationally Publicized Case
    2. Development of the Prosecution's Narrative
    3. Defense Strategy Emphasizing Lack of Criminal Intent
    4. Cross-Examination of Key Witnesses
    5. Presentation of Circumstantial Evidence
    6. Closing Arguments and Jury Deliberations
    7. Acquittal on All Charges

  4. Lasting Impact and Practical Lessons

    1. The Trial's Influence on Criminal Defense Practice
    2. Modern Applications of Conspiracy and Aiding-and-Abetting Law
    3. Managing High-Profile Criminal Cases
    4. Lessons for Jury Persuasion in Politically Charged Litigation

Who Should Attend

This true-crime legal course is designed for attorneys. Paralegals and legal staff will also benefit.

Speakers

Joel L Oster
Joel L.
Oster
Comedian of Law, LLC
Speaker bio
Joel L Oster

Joel L. Oster

Comedian of Law, LLC
Joel 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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