Just talked to our lawyer...

valerie · Post by **valerie** » Wed Jun 28, 2006 6:43 pm

Bryn Mawr wrote: No - and Errin appears to have signed off as well.

'tis getting late and no news yet - it's either wonderful or terrible.

Fingers crossed

She's on and looking at the "Gone 6" thread...

BabyRider · Post by **BabyRider** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 1:22 pm

Gone 6? I don't remember doing that yesterday.

He got 15 years. Plus 2 for the felony firearms, to run consecutive. 17 years for shooting a crack-dealing piece of sh!t that was shooting at him.

I have to go start the appeals process and I can barely function enough to get out of bed. But I knew you all were waiting to hear. I don't know if I'll be here much or not, it just depends how I feel.

Right now, I'm just lost. One of the best things I had to live for is gone.

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 1:25 pm

BR, My eyes are filled with tears sweetie this is awful. I just don't get this at all. We are here for you 100%. Please sweetie surround yourself with friends now and let them help. I won't bother at all if you need me you know where I am.. :-4 :-4

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 1:27 pm

Oh BR, I am so sorry to hear that. Words will never tell you badly I feel for you and Bullet. We all love you, and are here for you.:-4

sunny104 · Post by **sunny104** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 1:44 pm

that's just so wrong! :-1

we're all here for you! :yh_hugs :-4

cherandbuster · Post by **cherandbuster** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 2:16 pm

Clancy wrote: Like others, I'm too pissed off for words at the moment.

I didn't want to read this. I wanted to read that Justice, real Justice was served, and that for self defense, for defending himself, or that of a friend is looked upon fairly.

I can't begin to know what, or how you feel , because few are put in this position, so any words I have, would just wash over, because you must be numb to the core.

To have all your hopes now pinned to an appeal, is a disgrace on the justice system, a system that should have the essence of what happened foremost in their mind, and that your husband, was defending himself, and a friend.

It's my fervent hope, and I'm sure I share that hope with all others here, that the appeal system looks favourably on, Matt, and not to the outcome of what happened that night.

There isn't anyone here he wouldn't understand your wanting to log on here more or less than you normally would. Just know, that everyone here will be wishing, and praying for the forthcoming appeal, and it's the wish of everyone, that, Matt's sentence will be radically reduced, to that of, free of charge.

There isn't an emote here that would suit how all of us feel about this.

John

X

Thank you, John, for so succinctly saying what all of us feel.

We are family.

AussiePam · Post by **AussiePam** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 2:19 pm

Don't know what to say !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh Man !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! How Awful !!!!!!!!!

cars · Post by **cars** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 2:20 pm

Clancy wrote: Like others, I'm too pissed off for words at the moment.

I didn't want to read this. I wanted to read that Justice, real Justice was served, and that for self defense, for defending himself, or that of a friend is looked upon fairly.

I can't begin to know what, or how you feel , because few are put in this position, so any words I have, would just wash over, because you must be numb to the core.

To have all your hopes now pinned to an appeal, is a disgrace on the justice system, a system that should have the essence of what happened foremost in their mind, and that your husband, was defending himself, and a friend.

It's my fervent hope, and I'm sure I share that hope with all others here, that the appeal system looks favourably on, Matt, and not to the outcome of what happened that night.

There isn't anyone here he wouldn't understand your wanting to log on here more or less than you normally would. Just know, that everyone here will be wishing, and praying for the forthcoming appeal, and it's the wish of everyone, that, Matt's sentence will be radically reduced, to that of, free of charge.

There isn't an emote here that would suit how all of us feel about this.

John

X

AMEN!

cherandbuster · Post by **cherandbuster** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 2:23 pm

cars wrote: AMEN!

Beautifully put, Cars.

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 2:32 pm

I know its bad but I immediately put my mind to work and I wonder since it is second degree murder charges he can be granted parole is this not correct BR if the appeals proccess doesn't work.

I know your numb now and broken to bits. My question is how many years of that sentence does he actually have to serve.. I know one day is to long but he is alive and you can visit him and somehow this awful mess will turn around down the road I just know it.. :-1

buttercup · Post by **buttercup** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 2:41 pm

dont know what to say, just wanted to be here for you, great big cyber huggles

cars · Post by **cars** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 2:42 pm

BabyRider wrote: Gone 6? I don't remember doing that yesterday.

He got 15 years. Plus 2 for the felony firearms, to run consecutive. 17 years for shooting a crack-dealing piece of sh!t that was shooting at him.

I have to go start the appeals process and I can barely function enough to get out of bed. But I knew you all were waiting to hear. I don't know if I'll be here much or not, it just depends how I feel.

Right now, I'm just lost. One of the best things I had to live for is gone.

That's wrong BR, Matt's just inconvienent to visit for you right now. But think of it, he's alive, you can get to visit! "Gone" would mean that you could never see him again, cause he could have been the one dead, instead of that piece of Sh*t crack dealer! If that were the case, then there would not be a chance for an appeal at all. So look at it as it's just a tougher road that needs to be gone down now. It was a sentencing, & that's what happened, he got sentenced. Now you have to get that Appeal rolling, & get that fireball appeals lawyer to get things smokin!

chocoholic · Post by **chocoholic** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 2:59 pm

BR -have only known about this for a short time and don't really have the right words to tell you how much I feel for you both, I send you both loving wishes for a successful outcome of Matt's appeal and my hopes and prayers will be with you both.

Sheryl · Post by **Sheryl** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 3:02 pm

Mother F*cking A.....

So sorry BR, my thoughts are with ya. Dave (hubby) been following your thread too, he sais to tell ya he thinks it's a bunch of Sh*t what has happened.

Lov's ya hun, keep your chin up, we are hear for ya.

embers · Post by **embers** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 3:11 pm

Sorry to hear this

*hugs to you both + family*

Peg · Post by **Peg** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 3:47 pm

BabyRider wrote: Gone 6? I don't remember doing that yesterday.

He got 15 years. Plus 2 for the felony firearms, to run consecutive. 17 years for shooting a crack-dealing piece of sh!t that was shooting at him.

I have to go start the appeals process and I can barely function enough to get out of bed. But I knew you all were waiting to hear. I don't know if I'll be here much or not, it just depends how I feel.

Right now, I'm just lost. One of the best things I had to live for is gone.
Scream, cry, do whatever you need to right now. You will have to pick yourself up, brush yourself off, and become the feisty BR we know and love. One of the best things you have to live for needs you more than ever right now. We're here for you. You are not alone.

cherandbuster · Post by **cherandbuster** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 3:49 pm

Peg wrote: You are not alone.

Damn right

Post by **Betty Boop** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 3:52 pm

Oh gawd... sorry BR, I came sailing in here posting about my damn cardi :rolleyes:

Thinking of you both. :-4 :yh_hugs

Post by **Bryn Mawr** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 3:56 pm

BR.

Whilst this is a body blow, it is not the end.

Once Bullet was found guilty he was going to be sentenced, come what may.

The important point is that you still have right to appeal and very good grounds to do so. (I was terrified that the judge had dismissed a request to appeal - given that he has not done so you and bullet are no further back that you were when the guilty verdict came in)

I know that it hurts beyond bearing and that the world has stopped turning but there *is* hope and a future.

Concentrate on how this *can* be put right and the steps you and your lawyer need to take and keep the faith that bullet will come home vindicated.

If you need to shout and scream at us then do so - were here whenever you need us - but keep strong for Bullet and the kids. Justice is on your side (although you probabl;y don't feel so at the moment) and this *will* resolve itself.

Tell us what we can do and it's yours.

abbey · Post by **abbey** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 4:32 pm

:-1 So sad to hear this news.

Sending you a big fat hug X.

weeder · Post by **weeder** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 4:40 pm

Criss, I know you are in the worst pain you have ever been in your life. I hope you know that if there were words to make you feel better, I would send them your way. I dont know all of the circumstances surrounding the incident. I do know that there are many many people suffering as a result of what happened. You and Matt are the people everyone here know. There are children,family members for both of you, and friends. I am certain that your lawyer wouldnt give you hope for an appeal, if he didnt believe there was evidence to support it. I hope that trusting that will happen, will sustain your courage, and your heart.

pina · Post by **pina** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 4:54 pm

Nothing left to add to what has already been said.

Stay strong and keep faith that things turn round soon. :-4 big hugs :-4

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 7:32 pm

****!!

BabyRider · Post by **BabyRider** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 7:43 pm

Accountable wrote: ****!!
Very well put, and exactly my initial response. Now, after having talked to Matt on the phone, I am in my "kick ass and take names" mode. I'm p!ssed as hell, and I'm going to find a pit-viper of an appeals attorney who will chew up and spit out everything that comes at us and get my other half back where he belongs.

AussiePam · Post by **AussiePam** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 7:55 pm

Way to go, Girlfriend !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 7:56 pm

Now your talking sweetie I love to kick ass and take names where do we start. I already spent lot of time online today looking at all the correctional systems in the state of Michigan, and reading up on anything and everything I could find that might parallel Matt's case. Let geter done..!! I'm spitting mad about this. Are there any lawyers in the Garden that can give some advice, please we need you... now..

[QUOTE]Very well put, and exactly my initial response. Now, after having talked to Matt on the phone, I am in my "kick ass and take names" mode. I'm p!ssed as hell, and I'm going to find a pit-viper of an appeals attorney who will chew up and spit out everything that comes at us and get my other half back where he belongs.[/QUOTE]

theia · Post by **theia** » Thu Jun 29, 2006 11:06 pm

I don't know what to say, BR. But having read all the posts on here, it's clear that everyone on FG is thinking of you both and wanting to offer you support. Whilst I can't begin to imagine how you're feeling, I really pray that, in some way, our love for you can help get you through this time.

:yh_hugs

AussiePam · Post by **AussiePam** » Fri Jun 30, 2006 12:34 am

That's wonderfully said, Theia !!!

Rapunzel · Post by **Rapunzel** » Fri Jun 30, 2006 3:16 am

Bryn Mawr wrote: BR.

Whilst this is a body blow, it is not the end.

Once Bullet was found guilty he was going to be sentenced, come what may.

The important point is that you still have right to appeal and very good grounds to do so. (I was terrified that the judge had dismissed a request to appeal - given that he has not done so you and bullet are no further back that you were when the guilty verdict came in)

I know that it hurts beyond bearing and that the world has stopped turning but there *is* hope and a future.

Concentrate on how this *can* be put right and the steps you and your lawyer need to take and keep the faith that bullet will come home vindicated.

If you need to shout and scream at us then do so - were here whenever you need us - but keep strong for Bullet and the kids. Justice is on your side (although you probabl;y don't feel so at the moment) and this *will* resolve itself.

Tell us what we can do and it's yours.

Bryn sums it up perfectly. We're all there for you. Let us know how we can help. :yh_hugs :yh_hugs

cars · Post by **cars** » Fri Jun 30, 2006 5:35 am

BabyRider wrote: Very well put, and exactly my initial response. Now, after having talked to Matt on the phone, I am in my "kick ass and take names" mode. I'm p!ssed as hell, and I'm going to find a pit-viper of an appeals attorney who will chew up and spit out everything that comes at us and get my other half back where he belongs.

BR remember a while back you said you wanted to get the "media" involved, it still is a good idea & may be worth while persuing. Remember, "all the stops out!"

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Fri Jun 30, 2006 5:02 pm

cars wrote: BR remember a while back you said you wanted to get the "media" involved, it still is a good idea & may be worth while persuing. Remember, "all the stops out!"
That's a great idea. This might be something Bill O'Reilly might be interested in.

http://billoreilly.com/pg/jsp/general/c ... 851E8222DD

Or maybe something more local.

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Fri Jun 30, 2006 5:20 pm

CARLA wrote: Now your talking sweetie I love to kick ass and take names where do we start. I already spent lot of time online today looking at all the correctional systems in the state of Michigan, and reading up on anything and everything I could find that might parallel Matt's case. Let geter done..!! I'm spitting mad about this. Are there any lawyers in the Garden that can give some advice, please we need you... now..

You love to kick ass and take names ?

:wah:

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Marie5656 · Post by **Marie5656** » Fri Jun 30, 2006 6:10 pm

Nomad wrote: You love to kick ass and take names ?:wah:

I think the other way round would be cool...take names, then kick the asses of folks whose names you don't like. :wah:

Beth · Post by **Beth** » Sat Jul 01, 2006 6:46 am

BR, I had just found out about this this morning. First off, I cannot imagine the stress that you have been under. I know that you love Bullet deeply and I think he is very lucky to have your love and to have you fighting for him.

I don't know all of the particulars of the situation, but the sentence does seem unfair and rather harsh, especially from what I have been told about the case. I do hope that the appeals work and that a retrial results in a less harsh sentence or that he it is found to have been self defense.

Anyway, I cannot even imagine how hard it is for you right now, but I can empathize. I know that there were times that my husband might have ended up in this same situation and the fear and stress from that was hard enough. For what it's worth, my thoughts are with you.