To be honest, most of our Crown Attorneys understand and take the duty to prosecute fairly, very seriously, but every once in a while there is one, whether because of inexperience, tunnel vision or for career advancement, prosecute to win. “In 1984, I was 33 years old. I was arrogant, judgmental, narcissistic and very full of myself. I was not as interested in justice as I was in winning. I did not question the unfairness of Mr. Ford having appointed counsel who had never tried a criminal jury case much less a capital one. It never concerned me that the defense had insufficient funds to hire experts.” This is why you need an experienced lawyer.
Lead prosecutor apologizes for role in sending Glenn Ford to death row.