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26:09Now PlayingAndrew Branca examines what may be the biggest threat facing Dalton Lee's self-defense case—and it isn't the prosecution.
While Andrew argues that the known facts strongly support a claim of lawful self-defense, he also warns that Dalton's extensive social media history could create a serious problem in front of a jury.
The discussion covers evidentiary rules, character evidence, Rule 404(b), jury psychology, bond proceedings, the prosecution's theory of provocation, and whether past online statements could be used to shape how jurors view the shooting.
Andrew also breaks down the five elements of self-defense—innocence, imminence, proportionality, avoidance, and reasonableness—and explains why he believes the legal merits remain favorable to Dalton despite the political and emotional baggage surrounding the case.
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