Reading Of Alex Murdaugh Motion For New Trial Part 2

Rebecca Hill, an elected clerk of the court, now stands accused of egregious misconduct during a high-profile trial. Could the pursuit of fame have compromised justice? The renowned "Murder In the Morning" podcast dives deep, unearthing shocking details.
 
 In a recent episode of the popular podcast "Murder In the Morning", hosts Tony Brueski and Stacy Cole pulled back the curtain on a scandal that's shaken the very foundation of the legal system. As they unraveled the web of allegations against Rebecca Hill, the implications for the trial in question - and the justice system at large - became disturbingly clear.
 
 "When the jury began deliberating that evening, Ms. Hill told them this shouldn't take us long," Brueski recollected. Hill's subtle coercion of the jury, hinting at a hastened deliberation process, raised immediate red flags for the hosts. "It's almost kind of a veiled threat," Brueski commented, likening it to a passive-aggressive tactic to pressure the jury.
 
 Moreover, Hill's authoritative stance didn't just end there. Throughout the six-week trial, the smokers in the jury had the liberty to take their regular smoke breaks. However, Hill, in a sudden turn, declared they couldn't until a decision was reached. Cole reacted with disbelief, comparing it to telling a child they cannot leave the table without finishing dinner.
 
 Yet, the discussion reached its pinnacle when Brueski revealed Hill's actions that extended beyond the courtroom. She seemed to be grooming the jury for fame post-trial, even going so far as to distribute reporters' business cards. One juror, described as Juror #578, took these insinuations to heart, appearing on "Good Morning America" shortly after the verdict was declared.
 
 "Ms. Hill told jurors that after the trial they would be famous and predict that the media would request interviews with them," Cole stated. The promise of media attention clearly had an effect, evident from the unusually formal attire of the previously mentioned juror. The anticipation of a spotlight may have unconsciously biased the juror's deliberations.
 
 Stacy Cole further delved into the post-verdict scenario, noting Hill's persistent efforts to keep the spotlight burning. Following the verdict, Hill not only convinced the jurors to speak en masse to a network news show but also accompanied them. "She got her book deal," Cole revealed with a tinge of sarcasm. Hill's book, "Behind the Doors of Justice", although dubbed a "book deal", was independently published.
 
 In an intriguing segment of their discussion, the podcast hosts touched upon Hill's attempts to gain both financially and in terms of publicity from a documentary. A film crew, scheduled to record at the Colton County Courthouse, had their contract unexpectedly revised by Hill post her interview. Tony Brueski detailed the addendum, which bizarrely demanded promotional airtime for her book and a fee from the crew. "She's trying to negotiate... in a very 'I've never done this before in my life' way," Brueski observed.
 
 However, the most damning piece of evidence might just be Hill's own book. Brueski mentioned that the court now possesses ample evidence, including juror affidavits, their interviews, and details from Hill's publication. The revelations point toward a significant possibility of misconduct, which, if proven, may lead to a retrial.
 
 Towards the end of their conversation, both hosts indulged in a bit of speculative fun, guessing when the next trial might be. "I'm gonna go with fall of 2024," wagered Brueski, while Cole optimistically predicted spring, particularly March of the same year.
 
 Cole wrapped up the episode with a somber reflection, "These processes are not fast at all... there's a lot of motions that need to be filed... but who knows?"
 
 In the wake of this episode, the true weight of the allegations against Rebecca Hill has resonate