Closing Arguments

Ever since its establishment, the Supreme Court has left a monumental footprint on our lives, hearing some of the biggest legal disputes that have shaped the way we operate as a country and a society.

In the latest installment of Closing Arguments, we're going back in time and reviewing a brief history of the Supreme Court. From its development to becoming arguably the most powerful branch of our government today, we'll explore the various cases, as well as justices, that brought the court to what its become today.

We've got another informative episode for you today! So sit back, relax, and enjoy this overview on the history of our country's highest legal body.

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0:06 - Introduction and overview on the topic of the day

1:48 - What does the Supreme Court do?

4:54 - The power of the Supreme Court developed over time

8:21 - John Jay and the footprint he left on the Supreme Court

13:35 - What qualifications did a Supreme Court justice need to have?

19:02 - The Supreme Court's role during the Civil War

30:25 - Amendments and the Supreme Court's ruling with segregation

38:49 - The Lochner era

44:09 - Out of the Lochner Era and into World War II

47:30 - The incorporation of the Bill of Rights

50:55 - The Civil Rights Era and the Supreme Court's role in this

55:27 - Chief Justice Earl Warren's footprint he left on our country

1:07:22 - Closing remarks

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In the latest installment of Closing Arguments, we bring you one of the most peculiar case studies that John Razumich has ever been involved in! With stab wounds, a lying prostitute and a wild courtroom trial, this episode is one you aren't going to miss.

Regarded as one of the more interesting cases throughout the Indianapolis area, John walks us through the intricate details and explains his vantage point on the case.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy this can't-miss episode!

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0:06 - Introduction and overview on the topic of the day

1:35 - Introducing The Curious Case of the Hot Dog Man!

5:02 - The crime that plays out in this case

9:50 - The investigation begins

19:18 - Building the defense around the Hot Dog Man

25:50 - Kadrovach begins feeding Jack and his team thoughts on the defense tactics

33:50 - The defense's case as they moved towards trial

41:49 - Kadrovach paying a prostitute to give false alibi

49:33 - The optics within the trial were not helping Kadrovach

54:09 - The aftermath of the trial

1:02:39 - Where is the Hot Dog Man today?

1:05:20 - How to get in touch with John for representation

1:06:46 - Closing remarks

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In the latest installment of Closing Arguments, we revisit the United States vs. Shipp case to conclude the dramatic events that unfolded during the Supreme Court's involvement.

After a quick recap of events that led to Ed Johnson being incarcerated for a crime he swore he didn't commit, Jack highlights how the Supreme Court ultimately became involved. And we'll also share how, despite their 'stay of execution' order, Ed Johnson still met his demise.

Listen as we bring this fascinating case study comes to a close!

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0:06 - Introduction and equipment announcements

3:32 - Recapping the events that led to Ed Johnson being incarcerated

10:16 - Ed Johnson's legal team taking matters into their own hands

25:05 - A stay of execution was granted for Ed Johnson

33:20 - Justice Harlan enters scene, which was a win for Ed Johnson and his legal team

36:01 - The lynching of Ed Johnson at the hand of a mob

44:26 - Given the lynching, the Supreme Court charges many with contempt of the court

54:00 - Sheriff Shipp returns to Chattanooga and receives a hero's welcome

57:30 - Final thoughts and takeaways from this forgotten legal landmark

1:03:11 - Closing remarks

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In the latest installment of Closing Arguments, we're exploring a forgotten legal landmark, which outlines the only original jurisdiction criminal case that was argued before The Supreme Court.

Listen, as John takes us through the historic case of United States vs. Shipp and showcases an original example of the press' influence on a criminal trial. This case is packed with interesting variables and courtroom fireworks, so you don't want to miss this one!

Sit back, relax, and enjoy part one of our first two-part case study!

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0:08 - Introduction and overview on the topic of the day

2:38 - John joins the show and launches into the background information on United States vs. Shipp

8:45 - The assault of Nevada Taylor

18:30 - Where Sheriff Shipp comes into play in this case

24:23 - The press' impact on this court case

33:19 - The trial of Ed Johnson and the fireworks involved in the courtroom

42:51 - Ed Johnson is convicted and sentenced to death

46:31 - This case ends up in the Supreme Court

51:00 - What is still to come in Part Two of this case study

53:30 - Closing remarks

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In the latest installment of Closing Arguments, John and Ryan explore the law of self defense, which continues to be one of the most controversial topics among criminal law to date.

Listen as John shares a complete breakdown on the law of self defense and how it varies across different states. Additionally, John explores how self defense is contested in the courtroom and how the media's coverage of this law has evolved over the years through some key case studies.

With self defense being one of the most popular criminal law topics these days, this is an episode packed with beneficial information! Enjoy!

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0:06 - Overview on the topic of the day

2:10 - An update on Razumich & Associates

3:09 - A broad overview on the law of self defense and how it appears in criminal law today

5:28 - What affirmative defenses are generally

7:47 - How someone can make a claim for self defense

15:12 - What self defense looks like within a trial

18:41 - How the burden shifts of proving self defense in trial

22:41 - Testifying on your own behalf during a self defense claim

25:58 - The limitations that exist within self defense claims

30:30 - The jury's involvement during a self defense claim trial

34:02 - John's viewpoint on self defense and whether it always works or not

45:20 - Case studies that are specific to self defense

54:20 - How you can get in touch with John and his team

56:09 - Closing remarks

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A conviction has been reached in court, but what happens next?

In the latest installment of Closing Arguments, John and Ryan explore this question and the various strategies at a defendant's disposal to continue the fight. Within this conversation, they explore three key themes that can take place following convictions: The Appeal Process, Post Conviction Relief, and Sentence Modification.

Each of these avenues contains its own complexities, but each can be a viable solution for someone convicted in court if they meet particular standards.

Just when you think it's over, it may not be!

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0:06 - Welcome to the show and overview on the topic

2:34 - Walkthrough on the appeal process and how someone can start it

7:26 - How a case can get to the Supreme Court level

12:51 - What happens when an appeal is successful

17:10 - Overview on post conviction relief and where it enters the picture

20:27 - How many times can PCR be filed in a given case?

25:25 - What happens when PCR is successful for a defendant

28:48 - Everything that goes into sentence modification

40:10 - Which process that John finds to be the most successful

46:31 - How you can get in touch with Razumich & Associates

48:33 - Closing remarks

In the second installment of Closing Arguments, John and Ryan explore the various facets of the Miranda Warnings, as well as how they have impacted a police officer's interact with civilians overall.

Listen as John outlines the monumental court ruling in Miranda vs. Arizona and why the Supreme Court's decision was handed down. Despite their decision receiving some backlash or fallout, their ruling remains intact today and it's something most people are familiar with.

Additionally, John outlines how this ruling has altered police interactions altogether. We'll explore the various situations in which the Miranda Warnings are required and how you should interact with a police officer based on various circumstances.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy another insightful conversation surrounding concept you thought you knew!

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0:08 - Welcome to the show and overview on the topic of the day

2:30 - Overview on the Miranda Warnings

4:33 - The birth of the Miranda Warnings and the monumental court case of Miranda vs. Arizona

8:14 - How this case unfolded at the Supreme Court level

10:40 - The fallout of the Supreme Court's ruling and what it meant for criminal law moving forward

15:00 - Legal developments that came after the Supreme Court's ruling

25:00 - Whatever happened to Ernesto Miranda after the court ruling?

27:49 - The involuntary and voluntary interactions with police

30:00 - Overview on the custodial interrogation process

35:20 - The questions you should ask yourself when interacting with the police

44:20 - Don't break the law

49:00 - Closing remarks

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In the inaugural episode of Closing Arguments, we introduce you to John Razumich, Attorney at Razumich & Associates, P.C., who serves as an expert in criminal law and a public defender across the state of Indiana. After serving the greater Indiana area for over a decade, John brings a wealth of experience to the table.

After describing some of his personal and professional life experiences, John highlights the landscape surrounding fast and speedy trails. Not only has the definition of a fast and speedy trial evolved since its establishment, but there have been landmark court cases to help define this process.

Additionally, John will explore the idea of forfeitures and the misconceptions surrounding this topic.

So sit back, relax, and we thank you for joining us on our inaugural episode!

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0:07 - Welcome to the show and introducing John Razumich

2:13 - Background information on John and his law background in Indiana

5:04 - The reputation that Razumich & Associates receives across Indiana

6:39 - The hot topic of a fast and speedy trial

12:26 - Where the OJ Simpson case fell in the realm of fast and speedy trials

14:20 - The four-part balancing test applied to fast and speedy trials

24:00 - The Speedy Trial Act of 1974 and how it's applied to cases today

29:00 - How fast and speedy trials work throughout the state of Indiana

34:50 - An independent constitutional analysis and the Barker Test

42:15 - The case of Tyson Timbs and its impact on forfeitures

55:40 - But wait! There's more!

1:02:00 - Closing remarks

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