Donna Adelson guilty verdict: See judge read the full verdict and courtroom reaction

[00:00:00] Speaker 1: If the jury for a person could please rise. Has the jury reached a unanimous verdict? We have. If you please can hand the verdict form to the bailiff. Having reviewed the verdict form, it is in its proper order. At this time, I will publish the verdict. We, the jury, find as follows as to count one of the indictment first-degree murder. The defendant is guilty of first-degree murder. Mrs. Adelson, control yourself. Count two. We, the jury, find as follows as to count two of the indictment. Conspiracy to commit first-degree murder. The defendant is guilty of conspiracy to commit first-degree murder. Count three. We, the jury, find as follows as to count three of the indictment. Solicitation to commit first-degree murder. The defendant is guilty of solicitation to commit first-degree murder. And it is signed and dated by the foreperson. One moment. Members of the jury, the bailiff will escort you to the jury room. Mrs. Adelson, while this was not the outcome I'm sure that you desired, there will not be any further outbursts in front of the jury. If you cannot control yourself, I am going to have to determine if you will be removed from the remainder of this process. Do you understand what I'm saying to you? [00:02:26] Speaker ?: Yes. [00:02:28] Speaker 1: Do you need a moment to collect yourself? Before the jurors are brought back in, we will take a brief two-minute break. Please give her tissues if she needs them. [00:02:45] Speaker ?: So, in accordance with an impact to the defense and to your honor. [00:02:51] Speaker 1: When the jurors are brought back into the room, does the defense wish to have the jurors pulled before they are discharged? [00:02:59] Speaker 2: Yes, Your Honor. [00:03:00] Speaker 1: Very well. [00:03:01] Speaker ?: Very well. Very well. [00:03:30] Speaker 1: Please bring back in the jurors so we can conclude with their portion of the trial. Thank you. [00:03:47] Speaker ?: Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. [00:04:16] Speaker 1: Members of the jury, before I discharge you for this evening, I am briefly going to poll you concerning whether your verdict is unanimous at the request of one of the parties. When you hear your last name, please appropriately respond. [00:05:15] Speaker ?: Thank you. The American Pronunciation Guide Presents "How to Pronounce Discharged" [00:06:15] Speaker 1: Ladies and Gentlemen, I wish to thank you for your time and consideration of this case. I also wish to advise you of some very special privileges that are enjoyed by jurors. No juror can ever be required to talk about the discussions that occurred in the jury room except by court order. For many centuries, our society has relied upon juries for consideration of difficult cases. We have recognized for hundreds of years that a jury's deliberations, discussions, and votes should remain their private affair as long as they wish it. Therefore, the law gives you a unique privilege not to speak about the jury's work. Although you are at liberty to speak with anyone about your deliberations, you are also at liberty to refuse to speak to anyone. A request to discuss either your verdict or your deliberations may come from those who are simply curious, from those who might seek to find fault with you, from the media, from attorneys, or elsewhere. It will be up to you to decide whether to preserve your privacy as a juror. With that being said, I want to extend my thanks on behalf of the entire Second Circuit for your service in this matter. You are discharged. Have a good evening. Thank you. [00:07:48] Speaker ?: Thank you. Thank you. As to the jury's verdict, with the jury having found the defendant guilty of the three charges of the indictment, is the defense asking for a pre-sentence report on counts two and three. As to the jury having found the defendant guilty of the three charges of the indictment, is the [00:08:06] Speaker 1: defense asking for a pre-sentence report on counts two and three? As to count one, the penalty is statutory and essentially there is no modification for it. Yes, sir. Well, pre-sentence investigation and report is ordered by the court as to counts two and three. As to count one, is there any reason why we cannot proceed to sentencing on this matter? [00:08:50] Speaker 2: Madam Honor, we would request an opportunity to ensure that our client is okay before we proceed to sentencing. It's my understanding that if Charlie Edelson wasn't sentenced right away, we're asking for the same courtesy. Very well. The court then will set a separate sentencing date. [00:09:09] Speaker 1: May I inquire whether the family members that are present would like to give victim impact [00:09:34] Speaker ?: now or at the future date? Thank you. Thank you.