Attorney, former Attorney General of South Carolina, Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC, criminal defense lawyer, personal injury attorney, former Circuit Solicitor
Justice served today in Walterboro, SC, with Judge Newman’s consecutive life sentences for Alex Murdaugh. Couldn’t be more proud of Creighton Waters,
@AGAlanWilson
, and the rest of the prosecution team. I hired Creighton in 1998 as an assistant attorney general, and Attorney
So great to have Judge Newman presiding in the Murdaugh trial. Juror did not follow instructions and had to be dismissed. In open court, Judge Newman dismissed the juror in a most compassionate and diplomatic manner. Yet another highlight for the Judge Newman Fan Club.
Murdaugh dogs “testified” they did not sense any strangers when Alex, Maggie, and Paul were at their kennels. This admission by Alex Murdaugh was powerful and made a huge impact inside the Colleton County Courtroom. There was an audible collective gasp. Maggie’s and Paul’s best
Judge Clifton Newman is a terrific jurist. Appropriately sentences Cory Fleming to 20 years. Says he doesn’t defer to federal court, states Fleming’s crimes are the worst crimes a lawyer could commit acting as a lawyer, and says he is not responsible for being lenient, only for
Attorney Mark Ball begins as a defense witness in the Murdaugh trial. He ends up being a powerful prosecution witness through a brilliant cross examination conducted by South Carolina Assistant Attorney General Creighton Waters.
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Makes sense for Attorney General Wilson to seek another life sentence without parole for Alex Murdaugh. This is possible because South Carolina has a “three strikes” law. Conviction of three serious offenses imprisons the defendant for life without parole. Successful prosecution
Big blow today to Alex Murdaugh's new trial effort. Justice Toal ruled not only must the defense prove jury tampering, under State vs. Green they must also demonstrate the tampering influenced the guilty verdicts. To date, there is no evidence the verdicts were affected by jury
We are most fortunate to have Judge Newman presiding in the Murdaugh trial.
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Politely yet firmly let defense counsel know even a retweet if inappropriate can have very negative consequences such as a NBA player losing ten million dollars for a retweet. Can we
Attorney General Wilson will seek another life without parole sentence for Alex Murdaugh. Three Breach of Trust convictions results in life without parole. However all 99 financial crimes will be fully prosecuted. All victims of Alex Murdaugh deserve their day in court.
Dr. Ken Kinsey in the Murdaugh trial is one of the most persuasive expert witnesses I have ever personally seen testify. Absolutely no question he connected with the jurors with his folksy style and easy-to-understand expert opinions.
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Kudos to
@TheEricBland
and
@RonnieRichterBR
of
@BlandRichterSC
and Sandy Smith for establishing a reward fund for information in the death of Stephen Smith. It's been my experience a reward fund can be an effective mechanism for solving such cases. Kudos to donors as well.
Bland Richter and Sandy Smith are pleased to announce the offering of a $35,000 reward for information or a tip that leads to the arrest of persons(s) who are responsible for the death of Stephen Smith. These reward funds came from the Go Fund Me money that was raised. To those
I am an unabashed admirer of South Carolina Law Enforcement’s (SLED’s) work in the Murdaugh case. Hindsight is 20/20. Upon request, SLED responded quickly to a remote location, gathered voluminous evidence usually in the most professional manner, masterfully produced compelling
Opinions on the verdict in Alex Murdaugh's double murder trial vary, but shortfalls of the investigation remain a touchstone of post-trial discourse from all sides.
Excellent summary here from
@thadmoore
,
@jocgrz
&
@AveryGWilks
of the Post & Courier.
Thank you
@katysolt
for the Judge Newman Fan Club mug with the “Bring the Jury” quotation. Fellow members of the
#JudgeNewmanFanClub
- these keepsake mugs will be available soon! Please just let me or anyone else on the
@ABCNews4
@UnsolvedSCPod
team know of your interest. Judge
If jurors believe there were two shooters, can Defendant Murdaugh be convicted? Yes, if prosecution requests and obtains “a hand of one is the hand of all” jury charge from Judge Newman. Will the State request such a jury instruction? Should it be requested?
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Alex Murdaugh turns the witness chair towards the jury and speaks directly to them during his direct examination. Not really questions and answers, more like a one-sided discussion with the jury. Don’t think I have ever seen such latitude given to a defendant. Prosecution must
Another impressive day for Judge Newman!
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Among other highlights, he rules an interview by defense counsel on HBO that Alex Murdaugh was asleep on couch inside home at the time of the murders of Maggie and Paul is not protected by the attorney-client privilege.
I was in the courtroom today for the Murdaugh trial when the bomb threat was made. Judge Newman was cool, calm, and collected which allowed for a very orderly evacuation. Judge Newman is a credit to South Carolina’s judiciary.
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Kudos to Judge Newman for ordering a crime scene visit by the jury in the Murdaugh trial. Another wise Judge Newman decision. Visiting Moselle will help jurors render a fair and just verdict. So fortunate to have Judge Newman presiding.
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Judge Newman continues to impress. Cousin Eddie evidence now admissible because defense “opened the door” on cross examination. Wise judge who makes rulings based on testimony in courtroom.
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Attorneys — want to join the team you saw during 6 weeks of trial? I have two prosecutor spots available in State Grand Jury that are new positions being added as the section continues to grow:
Himalayan mountain of evidence against Defendant Murdaugh. Paul and Maggie Murdaugh testifying from their graves through compelling video and cell phone evidence. Judge Newman ruled evidence of Murdaugh’s financial crimes admissible to prove motive.
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Such a rewarding experience working with the news professionals at
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. Not only did they report the Murdaugh trial news quickly, but most importantly they got it right. Convinced now more than ever such outstanding journalists are essential to keeping our great country
It was the pleasure of my career working with this crew over the last six weeks.
@AnneTEmerson
&
@TaraJabour
came prepared, focused & composed each day. I couldn't be more proud of them! And what an honor to spend each day learning from & conversing with fmr. AG
@CharlieCondon
!
Testimony went well for the State this morning in the Murdaugh hearing. The introduction into evidence of Juror Z’s affidavit by Murdaugh’s defense team allowed Justice Toal to show guilty verdicts not affected by any jury tampering.
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Terrific investigative journalism -
@annemerson
and
@TaraJabour
interviewed together for the first time Sandy Smith, mother of Stephen Smith, and Tommy Moore, highway patrol lieutenant who initially investigated the death scene. Sandy Smith - what an outstanding example of
Maggie “running to her baby” says it all about the horror of the accusations against Alex Murdaugh. Closing argument description of Maggie Murdaugh’s last moments by South Carolina Assistant Attorney General Creighton Waters.
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Trial outcome hangs in the balance. Skillful Assistant Attorney General Waters cross examining cunning former Attorney Murdaugh. Key points of questioning will be timeline at kennels, believability of reasons for lying about being at the kennels, blue raincoat, attempted coaching
Here’s a secret I’ve kept because it wasn’t mine to tell: early in the
#MurdaughTrial
, I texted my friend
@AGAlanWilson
the profile of something called a “family annihilator”… and it made it into the trial! He reveals our exchange on today’s
@PalmPrimeTime
and I’m feeling proud!
Judge Gergel's 40 year prison sentence for Alex Murdaugh may well be the longest financial crimes prison sentence in the history of South Carolina. Judge Gergel appropriately compared Murdaugh's financial crimes to Bernie Madoff's.
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State’s theory of Murdaugh case is white collar crime turning to blood red collar crime. His financial crimes lead to violent crimes.
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It was my pleasure. Thanks for watching and listening and your kind remarks. If I in some small way helped you and others understand and appreciate our legal system, well that makes it all very worthwhile.
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tons of respect for you Mr. Condon! We have learned so much you by watching and listening to your podcasts
@UnsolvedSCPod
daily during the trial. Thank you so much for sharing your expert knowledge and insight!!!
What's
@CreightonWaters
thinking about here? Wrong answers only.
We're getting our interview with the AG's team ready to share right now.
@AnneTEmerson
&
@TaraJabour
have stories excerpted from it upcoming tonight.
@CharlieCondon
will join us for a new podcast episode Thursday.
Judge Newman continues to impress. Will hear arguments tomorrow morning on whether testimony about Alex Murdaugh’s roadside shooting admissible. Since the botched assisted suicide occurred months after the murders, this is a close legal question. Commendable Judge Newman
Alex Murdaugh's plea deal a possible 'strategy', amidst motion for retrial in murder case
Charlie Condon, News 4's exclusive legal analyst, said “He can fit himself into that sort of niche or genre that he’s a lawyer who’s inappropriately taken money or
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Thank you for explaining the law in a real life tangible way. When talking about the case with friends I often said “Charlie Condon says…..”😊
There have been so many surprises in this case, but for me none bigger than finding myself a Charlie Condon fan. 🤣 This episode may be the best yet.
@DrewTripp
has keen observations I’d missed. And
@AnneTEmerson
always brings great energy. I’m grateful for y’all’s hard work.
Heartbreaking to hear firsthand in court how Tony Satterfield was victimized by Alex Murdaugh through our legal system. Let’s hope changes are made to ensure this cannot happen again in South Carolina.
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On Thursday of this week, we'll get the band back together with Anne, Tara, Sam, myself,
@MKHPHOTOG
and
@CharlieCondon
to record a new podcast with extras from the interview and discussion of new details we learned. Can't wait to share it with y'all!
Murdaugh Trial Recap Podcast, Feb. 24
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Prosecutors zero in on the holes and contradictions in Alex Murdaugh's alibi in a high-pressure day of testimony.
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Thank you
@rtdnac
for this award for news excellence. Rewarding to work with
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team to give viewers and listeners a deeper understanding of our legal system. The commitment to accurate and thorough coverage of the Murdaugh cases continues. Stay tuned!
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Strong day of evidence for the State. You could hear a pin drop in the courtroom at critical juncture of Murdaugh’s former law partner’s testimony.
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Podcast Recap, Feb. 7
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Candid testimony from Alex Murdaugh's ex-coworkers color the first full day of testimony to include his financial crimes. Plus, the state finally gets in gunshot residue evidence about the blue raincoat.
How will Alex Murdaugh’s defense team attack the prosecution’s case? As a legal analyst and practicing criminal defense attorney, expect defense will call their strongest witnesses to try to change the momentum of the State’s compelling presentation. Will keep you updated at
You've asked for it. Here's Part 1 of our full interview with the Colleton County detectives first on the scene the night Alex Murdaugh murdered his wife and son.
Laura Rutland, Daniel Greene, & Jason Chapman offer candid insight you'll get nowhere else.
How will Alex Murdaugh’s defense team attack the prosecution’s case? As a legal analyst and practicing criminal defense attorney, expect defense will call their strongest witnesses to try to change the momentum of the State’s compelling presentation. Will keep you updated at
What's next for Alex Murdaugh and his 99 financial crimes?
Tonight at 5--hear from
@CharlieCondon
on how he believes the state could prosecute these cases.
Plus at 6--our
@AnneTEmerson
will have the latest on the Satterfield case. She spoke to
@TheEricBland
about what's next
Really appreciate
@CharlieCondon
joining us for this one. He's a former AG himself, so he knows *what* to ask better than most, and you'll hear a lot from him in this first portion of the interview.
Judge Gergel's message to lawyers - if you abuse your position of trust like Alex Murdaugh did, there is another prison cell waiting for you. Judge Gergel's 40 year sentence for Murdaugh is also to deter other attorneys from committing similar crimes.
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Both sides can claim victory with Murdaugh's negotiated sentence of 27 years. State gets a very lengthy prison sentence. Defendant has a chance to get out of prison before he dies but only if murder convictions are overturned.
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Alex Murdaugh's Defense team uses expert witnesses to question autopsy findings in the Murdaugh murders while also using a forensic expert's testimony to advance a two-shooter theory.
State's timeline, which really was a distillation of the massive amount of digital or electronic evidence in the Murdaugh trial, was powerful and persuasive.
@AnneTEmerson
,
@DrewTripp
, and I discuss this and other topics in latest podcast.
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Former Attorney General Charlie Condon, and
@AnneTEmerson
do a great job going over the highlights of today’s events in the courtroom. Mr. Condon is an exclusive legal analyst for ABC News 4. ⚖️
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Evidence of Alex Murdaugh’s financial crimes is only to be considered by jurors for proof of motive, not character or likelihood to commit murder. Very, very tough task, but I am sure jurors will follow Judge Newman’s instructions.
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Best candidate and winner of debate is our Governor
@henrymcmaster
. You keep your coach when you are winning, and South Carolina is winning. There is a good job for anyone willing to work!
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@ABCNews4
Mr. Condon you are a true professional and have such deep knowledge of the legal system and South Carolinians. Thank you, sir.
Very unusual to have graphic color autopsy photos shown to jurors. Defense not objecting because helps their argument not believable Alex Murdaugh would gruesomely murder Maggie and Paul because of money troubles. State offers these photos to show manner and severity of crimes.
2 prosecutors in SC corruption investigation endorse
@henrymcmaster
in GOP runoff. Solicitor Kevin Brackett and Solicitor
@ScarlettAWilson
, both respected and outstanding prosecutors, know our Governor is as honest as the day is long.
With crime scene contamination, failure to use Faraday bags for cell phones, etc., being issues in the Murdaugh trial, highly unusual witnesses are not sequestered. Not up to court; attorneys must request.
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Really nice farewell event for my son Assistant Solicitor Charles Condon given by his colleagues at the Ninth Circuit Solicitor's Office. Great to have such a talented lawyer join Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC.
Forensic pathologist Dr. Ellen Riemer in Murdaugh trial is an impressive expert witness thus far. Her testimony in effect supports prosecution theory of how Alex Murdaugh committed double homicides. Expect defense this morning during cross examination to challenge her, especially
@CharlieCondon
I’m no expert in attorney client privilege… But I don’t know how one would expect a nationally televised interview to fall into that category. 😂
Judge Newman is the best!
In light of the results of the focus group, I expect the Murdaugh defense team this week will continue to challenge the prosecution's theory for Alex Murdaugh's motivation for the horrendous murders.
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“I don’t think you should put a price tag on justice,” Condon said. "Not only did they present a case really well and got a really good result, but they did it in a fiscally responsible manner. "Insightful reporting by
@BlairSabolTV
at
@Live5News
.
Wow! We saw tonight why we need to keep our Governor
@henrymcmaster
. He demonstrated his inspiring leadership, his vast experience, and his positive, unifying vision for our beloved South Carolina.
Under South Carolina law, as discussed in court, Murdaugh will be given credit for time-served before his convictions, effectively reducing his sentence by at least 505 days. If murder convictions stand, this will not matter.
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