LEONARD: Political Prisoner

Not Guilty

November 08, 2023 Man Bites Dog Films Season 2 Episode 11
Not Guilty
LEONARD: Political Prisoner
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LEONARD: Political Prisoner
Not Guilty
Nov 08, 2023 Season 2 Episode 11
Man Bites Dog Films

We dissect the murder trial of Bob Robideau and Dino Butler who were acquitted by an all-white jury of twelve in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, after a period of intense deliberations that almost resulted in a hung jury and retrial. This is the story of how an all-star defense team, a celebrity peanut gallery, and a plucky community organizing effort combined to produce one of the most unlikely legal victories in the history of the United States. 

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We dissect the murder trial of Bob Robideau and Dino Butler who were acquitted by an all-white jury of twelve in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, after a period of intense deliberations that almost resulted in a hung jury and retrial. This is the story of how an all-star defense team, a celebrity peanut gallery, and a plucky community organizing effort combined to produce one of the most unlikely legal victories in the history of the United States. 

Support the Show.