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DA Answers Most Frequently Asked Questions
Thomas Sneddon, Santa Barbara County District Attorney issued responses in a recent press release to the most frequently asked questions he has received from the media. The questions and answers are below:
Q: Is your investigation of Michael Jackson continuing as we speak?
A: Yes.
Q: Why did Jackson have to be handcuffed? Did you think he was dangerous?
A: I was not present or involved in the arrest arrangements. My understanding is that this is standard procedure for every case.
Q: Is it true, per Jackson family accusations, that Santa Barbara authorities mistreated Michael Jackson during the arrest and booking?
A: That is not true. Jackson´s attorney was present and in fact has been complimentary about the way things were handled.
Q: Is Michael Jackson a flight risk? If so, $3 million seems hardly adequate. If he is not a flight risk, then why is he not?
A: Some say that $3 million bail is too little; some say it is too much. Others say no amount could stop him if he decided to run. The judge thought this amount was fair and reasonable.
Q: What is the timetable from this point forward?
A: The next step is the arraignment in January. Anything beyond that would be pure speculation.
Q: Will reporters be allowed in the courtroom? Will there be live TV coverage inside the courtroom?
A: This is a judicial decision, but some restrictions will be required due to child witnesses.
Q: Will the case be tried in Santa Maria?
A: Yes, unless a court determines otherwise.
Q: Will Michael Jackson testify?
A: That is a defense decision.
Q: What if the child refuses to testify, like the alleged victim of 10 years ago?
A: This will not be an issue. The family is committed to this process.
Q: Will the child be on the stand?
A: Yes, at the trial.
Q: According to a confidential memo, the DFCS in Los Angeles called accusations of child molestation against Michael Jackson "unfounded." Does that undermine your case? If not, how does your investigation differ from theirs?
A: The DFCS conducted interviews, not an investigation. As previously noted, we were aware of their report prior to seeking the search and arrest warrant.
Q: The mother is getting trashed in the media. Is she credible like you insist?
A: Yes, she is credible. But one should not lose sight that children are the victims here.
Q: You say that the victim´s family is not in it for the money. What is keeping them from bringing suit later? Wouldn´t a conviction in a criminal trial help them in any efforts to win money from Jackson?
A: They have said repeatedly that they are not interested in money.
Q: Has any party pressured you to drop the case?
A: No.
Q: The song "D.S." from Michael Jackson´s 1995 album "HIStory" is widely considered to be a protest against you. What are your thoughts about that?
A: Michael Jackson is a talented artist. That song was not one of his finer efforts.
Q: Are you planning to write a book about your experience in this event?
A: No.
Q: According to reports, you are planning to retire as district attorney? Are you interested in higher office? Wouldn´t a victory over Michael Jackson be an excellent political steppingstone?
A: I am retiring and not planning a second career. I am going to relax and enjoy my family.
Q: It has been reported that you have a grudge against Michael Jackson for eluding trial 10 years ago. How do you feel about that?
A: It is not true. I wrote no books and steadfastly refused interview opportunities.
Q: Do you plan to take Michael Jackson´s children away?
A: That investigation will be conducted by another agency. We will not be involved. As I stated earlier, we will conflict out if our services are requested.
Q: Why did you feel the need to bring in a public relations agency? Is this proof that you´re "playing to the media?"
A: Tellem Worldwide is simply coordinating press relations and working as a liaison with the media. The media requests were overwhelming my office. It was impossible to respond to them all and very hard to get other important work done.
Q: We saw the Jackson family defend Michael Jackson on 20/20 virtually unchallenged. Were you asked to appear or respond _ if yes, why did you not choose to appear?
A: The media has been generous in their offers. I have declined to do interviews. I have no specific recollection of being offered to appear on 20/20.
DA Answers Most Frequently Asked Questions
Thomas Sneddon, Santa Barbara County District Attorney issued responses in a recent press release to the most frequently asked questions he has received from the media. The questions and answers are below:
Q: Is your investigation of Michael Jackson continuing as we speak?
A: Yes.
Q: Why did Jackson have to be handcuffed? Did you think he was dangerous?
A: I was not present or involved in the arrest arrangements. My understanding is that this is standard procedure for every case.
Q: Is it true, per Jackson family accusations, that Santa Barbara authorities mistreated Michael Jackson during the arrest and booking?
A: That is not true. Jackson´s attorney was present and in fact has been complimentary about the way things were handled.
Q: Is Michael Jackson a flight risk? If so, $3 million seems hardly adequate. If he is not a flight risk, then why is he not?
A: Some say that $3 million bail is too little; some say it is too much. Others say no amount could stop him if he decided to run. The judge thought this amount was fair and reasonable.
Q: What is the timetable from this point forward?
A: The next step is the arraignment in January. Anything beyond that would be pure speculation.
Q: Will reporters be allowed in the courtroom? Will there be live TV coverage inside the courtroom?
A: This is a judicial decision, but some restrictions will be required due to child witnesses.
Q: Will the case be tried in Santa Maria?
A: Yes, unless a court determines otherwise.
Q: Will Michael Jackson testify?
A: That is a defense decision.
Q: What if the child refuses to testify, like the alleged victim of 10 years ago?
A: This will not be an issue. The family is committed to this process.
Q: Will the child be on the stand?
A: Yes, at the trial.
Q: According to a confidential memo, the DFCS in Los Angeles called accusations of child molestation against Michael Jackson "unfounded." Does that undermine your case? If not, how does your investigation differ from theirs?
A: The DFCS conducted interviews, not an investigation. As previously noted, we were aware of their report prior to seeking the search and arrest warrant.
Q: The mother is getting trashed in the media. Is she credible like you insist?
A: Yes, she is credible. But one should not lose sight that children are the victims here.
Q: You say that the victim´s family is not in it for the money. What is keeping them from bringing suit later? Wouldn´t a conviction in a criminal trial help them in any efforts to win money from Jackson?
A: They have said repeatedly that they are not interested in money.
Q: Has any party pressured you to drop the case?
A: No.
Q: The song "D.S." from Michael Jackson´s 1995 album "HIStory" is widely considered to be a protest against you. What are your thoughts about that?
A: Michael Jackson is a talented artist. That song was not one of his finer efforts.
Q: Are you planning to write a book about your experience in this event?
A: No.
Q: According to reports, you are planning to retire as district attorney? Are you interested in higher office? Wouldn´t a victory over Michael Jackson be an excellent political steppingstone?
A: I am retiring and not planning a second career. I am going to relax and enjoy my family.
Q: It has been reported that you have a grudge against Michael Jackson for eluding trial 10 years ago. How do you feel about that?
A: It is not true. I wrote no books and steadfastly refused interview opportunities.
Q: Do you plan to take Michael Jackson´s children away?
A: That investigation will be conducted by another agency. We will not be involved. As I stated earlier, we will conflict out if our services are requested.
Q: Why did you feel the need to bring in a public relations agency? Is this proof that you´re "playing to the media?"
A: Tellem Worldwide is simply coordinating press relations and working as a liaison with the media. The media requests were overwhelming my office. It was impossible to respond to them all and very hard to get other important work done.
Q: We saw the Jackson family defend Michael Jackson on 20/20 virtually unchallenged. Were you asked to appear or respond _ if yes, why did you not choose to appear?
A: The media has been generous in their offers. I have declined to do interviews. I have no specific recollection of being offered to appear on 20/20.
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