Kathleen Savio -- Found Deceased 3/1/04

I hope so Snaz. Drew has been making of mockery of the judicial system for years now. He deserves a tough judge.

Isn't that the truth, J4A??? When someone like Drew Peterson, who is SO unlikable in the first place, is allowed time after time to make such a mockery of our justice system, it does tend to make one ask WTH?????

OK...so he WAS on the SWAT team...but...didn't he retire from the PD??? If so, does that still entitle him to have an illegal weapon??? Just wondering!!! and of course IF he is convicted of a felony he won't be able to own any kind of fire arm...

Drew Peterson to stay in jail pending trial

October 7, 2010 7:15 PM

Drew Peterson's efforts to get out of jail have failed once again.

The Illinois Supreme Court this week rejected a request to release the former Bolingbrook police sergeant while his murder case is on appeal, the Tribune has learned.

Defense lawyer Joseph Lopez would not comment on the ruling because it was issued under seal, but he confirmed that he plans to petition a federal court for Peterson's release next week.

Read more: http://www.chicagobreakingnews.com/2010/10/drew-peterson-to-stay-in-jail-pending-trial.html

Peterson case appeal to be broadcast live

Appellate Court to allow oral arguments to be televised

By Stacy St. Clair, Tribune reporter
9:37 p.m. CST, February 15, 2011

As attorneys prepare to argue a pioneering hearsay law, Drew Peterson's murder case will blaze another trail Wednesday when an Illinois appellate court allows oral arguments to be broadcast live for the first time in state history.

By permitting a TV camera into its august courtroom, the Third District Appellate Court will offer the public a rare glimpse at one of the area's most high-profile criminal cases.

"It's a very big deal for us," said court clerk Gist Fleshman. "There's no way we would do this for every run-of-the-mill case, but we recognize the interest. It's a big change for us."

Following a request by WGN-TV, media outlets will share a video feed from a single camera placed in the back of the 150-year-old Ottawa courtroom that once served as home to the Illinois Supreme Court. The camera operator cannot wear any station-identifying clothing and will not be permitted additional lighting.

Read more: http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/ct-met-drew-peterson-appellate-argume20110216,0,2275454.story

This is exciting news. The times they are a changing.........at least we won't have to see Drew's face during the hearing.

It should be interesting to hear these arguments...WGN says they will be broadcast live at 1 PM...Can be see on the following:
CLTV (if you can tune in) or
www.wgntv.com

See you all there....

Yahoo! I can get that station! I can watch it if hubby doesn't interrupt me!

It will also be covered on TruTV's In Session....

I keep forgetting about the time difference so it will be 1pm Illinois time and 2pm Eastern time...My bad !!!!

Thanks for the info, I'll tune in then!

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Looks like Richard Dreyfuss in the gallery.......

For play by play in the comments line go to Justice cafe

In attempting to get hearsay statements admitted in Drew Peterson’s murder case, Will County prosecutors today found themselves arguing against the very law they helped create.

Saddled with a botched police investigation several years ago, State’s Attorney James Glasgow had pushed for a state statute that would allow hearsay statements against Peterson at trial. Dubbed Drew's Law by legal experts and legislators, he hailed the bill's passage as a way of letting Peterson's third and fourth wives speak from the grave.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/chibrknews-peterson-prosecutors-argue-against-drews-law-20110216,0,1247679.story

Here is audio of the hearing today (scroll down)~

http://www.state.il.us/court/Media/Appellate/3rd_District.asp

And, here is the video!

http://abclocal.go.com/wls/video?id=7963023

OR! You can go to Justice Cafe's post on the hearing where you will find the full video and other information concerning the hearing and the arguments presented:

http://petersonstory.wordpress.com/2011/02/16/drew-peterson-hearsay-appeal-oral-arguments-full-video/

It will be two or three months before we know the justices decision...It will seem like a lifetime...Enough time has passed, this trial needs to get under way...At one point I was thinking it would happen before Casey's trial, but given the recent circumstances I don't think it will...I wonder if it is not favorable for either side, will it go to a higher court, and will they let Drew out until he actually has to stand/sit before a jury...

Drew Peterson: Letter from jail

Judge prohibited Peterson from talking to media. So, WGN wrote him a letter, and he responded

Larry Potash and Aline Wessel WGN-TV News
7:57 a.m. EDT, May 19, 2011

 

READ: WGN's letter to Drew Peterson

READ: Drew Peterson's complete letter to WGN (PDF)

Read more: http://www.wsbt.com/news/wgntv-drew-petersons-letter-from-jail-20110517,0,4043824.story

Drew Peterson's attorneys ask for his release

Camille Mann
August 31, 2011 3:39 PM

(CBS/WBBM) JOLIET, Ill. - Former Bolingbrook police Sgt. Drew Peterson, who is being held for the death of his wife Kathleen Savio, took his case to the Illinois Supreme Court on Tuesday. He's trying to get himself released from jail.

Peterson has been in custody at the Will County Jail on a $20 million bond for more than two years as he awaits trial on murder charges in the death of his wife, reports CBS station WBBM.

He had been set to go on trial in July 2010, but the trial was postponed the day before the jury selection was to begin due to an appeal by prosecutors seeking to allow hearsay statements. The Illinois Appellate ruled in July that prosecutors had filed their appeal late.

Prosecutors are now appealing that decision to the Illinois Supreme Court which could take more than a year.

Read more: http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504083_162-20099903-504083.html

Drew Peterson to stay in jail during appeal, state Supreme Court rules

By Dan Rozek Staff Reporter
September 19, 2011 6:04PM

Murder suspect Drew Peterson will remain behind bars while the Illinois Supreme Court weighs a critical appeal from Will County prosecutors.

The court late Monday refused to order his release from the Will County Jail, where he has been detained on $20 million bond since his May 2009 arrest on charges he drowned his third wife, Kathleen Savio.

But the ruling left Peterson’s attorneys “hopeful” the high court will not hear the appeal from prosecutors, which could clear the way for Peterson to stand trial in the next few months.

Read more: http://www.suntimes.com/news/7756856-417/drew-peterson-to-stay-in-jail-during-appeal-state-supreme-court-rules.html

I just read on Justice Cafe that there is an article at www.chicagotribune.com about one of Drew's at
torneys being under scrutiny and released from his duties on the civil cases...Check it out...It's under the NEWS heading for CHICAGOLAND..or it can be found by a search for drew peterson at the chicago trib site...

Don't miss the Lifetime Special...Drew Peterson; Untouchable at 8PM Eastern time...According to the article mentioned on our home page he thinks it is hilarious...

I watched it and for some reason, I already knew everything it showed. I feel like we have lived this entire story by being connected to RC. When is his trial supposed to be? Anyone know?

Mama, it's hard to say when his trial will start. It was originally scheduled to begin in August of 2009 and then delayed until June 13, 2010. It was delayed again until July 8, 2010 with the Judge saying this would be the final delay to the proceedings.

Then on July 7, 2010, the start of the trial was delayed again when prosecutors filed an appeal because the Judge barred key hearsay evidence from the trial. Of course, the only reason it is hearsay is because Drew's victims aren't alive to testify about statements they made to family and friends.

They are still waiting while the Illinois Supreme Court decides whether they will hear the appeal regarding the hearsay evidence. I don't think prosecutors feel very confident in obtaining a conviction without the hearsay evidence being admitted.

I guess everyone knows by now that the hearsay statements WILL be allowed...So says the recent appellate court ruling...Now that this has happened Drew can proceed to trial...Should be some time late Spring (June) or early Summer...Can't wait to see his sleezy self in the courtroom...I hope he opts to be put on the stand...

Estee wrote:I guess everyone knows by now that the hearsay statements WILL be allowed...So says the recent appellate court ruling...Now that this has happened Drew can proceed to trial...Should be some time late Spring (June) or early Summer...Can't wait to see his sleezy self in the courtroom...I hope he opts to be put on the stand...

I hope he does, too, Estee! I'm glad to see that the hearsay is allowed. And I'm glad that this trial is getting underway! Did you read about a body being found near Drew's home? Scroll down to the April segment:


http://petersonstory.wordpress.com/2012/04/11/drew-peterson-case-status-spring-update/

Drew Peterson Attorneys Return to Court

Defense motions will be argued about testimony given by divorce attorney Harry Smith

Thursday, May 17, 2012
Updated 6:50 AM CDT

Drew Peterson's lawyers return to court Thursday to argue whether testimony from the divorce attorney for Peterson's deceased ex-wife violated attorney-client privilege.

Prosecutors have won the right to use hearsay evidence at trial, but defense motions will be argued about testimony given by attorney Harry Smith.

The defense claims Smith violated his attorney-client privilege when he testified about conversations he had with Peterson's ex-wives Kathleen Savio and Stacy Peterson.

Read more: http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/Drew-Peterson-Attorneys-Court-151854405.html

Peterson's atty. , J. Brodsky is going to be on In Session this morning. I am not sure what time or what he will talk about. They just promo'd it.
Good morning everyone

Thanks tess...I sure hope I didn't miss it....

Just heard on In session that Drew Peterson is due in court in about 1 1/2 hours and the attorney will be on In Session after court.

No TV cameras there for this round....Sure hope they will be there for the big deal...

tess and Estee, thanks for the info.

For your info, there is a thread set up for Drew Peterson now.

It can be found in the Forum under Awaiting Trial.

Here is a Direct Link to the thread:

http://www.realitychatter.com/t3808-drew-peterson-case-upcoming-trial
RC - Drew Peterson Case - Upcoming Trial

Ann - Tx wrote:
tess and Estee, thanks for the info.

For your info, there is a thread set up for Drew Peterson now.

It can be found in the Forum under Awaiting Trial.

Here is a Direct Link to the thread:

http://www.realitychatter.com/t3808-drew-peterson-case-upcoming-trial
RC - Drew Peterson Case - Upcoming Trial

Thanks, Ann-Tx! I was hoping for a new thread for the trial~

yw, Sherry. I am so happy we have a new thread for the trial. We can post the Drew Peterson articles we find, any documents, etc.

That way it is all on one thread and we can reference without having to go all over the place. Back at you: