Michael King [12/4 death penalty](husband files lawsuit against sheriff)

[msgatorslayer]

Husband files wrongful death suit against Charlotte Co. Sheriff

http://www.wtsp.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=115466&catid=8

The lawsuit

http://download.gannett.edgesuite.net/wtsp/pdfs/2009/lee%20complaint.pdf

[withay]

I saw a program about this case on one of the news magazine shows; maybe 48 Hours? It seemed that everyone involved in this case dropped the ball over and over. Denise Amber Lee should not have died and I hope that her husband and children are compensated to the degree that these types of mistakes will not happen again.:crying:

[Ladygator]

As a reminder for those that are interested, the Spencer Hearing is set for the 28th.

[birdwatch]

As a reminder for those that are interested, the Spencer Hearing is set for the 28th. THanks for the reminder - I wonder if there will be cameras live-streaming in the courtroom. Not sure I can stand to hear why this awful man deserves any leniency.
I'm glad to know about the lawsuit;things need to change in that department. I think there should also be a case for obstruction of justice or maybe a civil suit against that relative of Kings that could have saved her. He saw what was happening and knew she was being held against her will.

When he finally called LE he was less than useless in his vague report.

[AnnInOhio]

Does anybody have a link - or update - to what's going on in today's Spencer Hearing?

[Ladygator]

Does anybody have a link - or update - to what's going on in today's Spencer Hearing?

Nothing, Annie. I've looked all morning. The hearing started at 9am according to the clerks site. I found a couple of articles mentioning the hearing but no LIVE links. Guess we're in the dark on this one. :sad:

[birdwatch]

Nothing, Annie. I've looked all morning. The hearing started at 9am according to the clerks site. I found a couple of articles mentioning the hearing but no LIVE links. Guess we're in the dark on this one. :sad: Did you check for a twitter? I'm tracking Mayor Larry Langford trial closing arguments on twitter but I'm not sure how to cruise for the King hearing.

[AnnInOhio]

http://www.wwsb.tv/Global/story.asp?S=11398969

Apparently the defense didn't bother to bring up the bump to King's head again! Personally, I wouldn't have wasted 20 minutes trying to mitigate the heinousness of this guy's crimes!

[Ladygator]

http://www.wwsb.tv/Global/story.asp?S=11398969

Apparently the defense didn't bother to bring up the bump to King's head again! Personally, I wouldn't have wasted 20 minutes trying to mitigate the heinousness of this guy's crimes!

Thanks for finding that.

20 minutes? FGS, that doesn't seem like enough time to spend on such an important thing. I hope this isn't used later on, in his appeal, to say that his attorney didn't give it his all in trying to spare his life.

[AnnInOhio]

Thanks for finding that.

20 minutes? FGS, that doesn't seem like enough time to spend on such an important thing. I hope this isn't used later on, in his appeal, to say that his attorney didn't give it his all in trying to spare his life.

What on earth else was there left to say on the subject? I'm curious to see if King came out of his fake catatonic state long enough to address the judge. What a waste of humanity. I feel bad for his son, and even worse for Denise's family.

[Ladygator]

What on earth else was there left to say on the subject? I'm curious to see if King came out of his fake catatonic state long enough to address the judge. What a waste of humanity. I feel bad for his son, and even worse for Denise's family.

Oh, don't get me wrong, it would be a bunch of hog wash talk, IMO. I'm just used to these Spencer Hearings lasting longer than this.

[AnnInOhio]

http://www.mysuncoast.com/global/story.asp?s=11398969
Posted: Oct 28, 2009 10:53 AM EDT
Updated: Oct 28, 2009 12:05 PM EDT


SARASOTA - It was the last chance to present evidence to try and save Michael King before a judge rules on whether he should get the death penalty or life in prison.

In August, a jury unanimously recommended that Michael King should go to death row for killing Denise Amber Lee in 2008.

The hearing was scheduled for two days, but it only took 20 minutes.

King came into court sporting a full beard. It's a look we've seen before but much different from his two-week trial a few months back.

His defense team presented the judge with old bankruptcy, foreclosure, and divorce records, school transcripts showing learning deficiencies, and other paper work. Kings lawyers then talked to their client briefly.

The judge made sure King did want to make a statement on his behalf, which he did not.

Denise Lee's father and husband were on hand and had a chance to speak as well. They too declined to speak.

"We had already spoke at the trial and really there wasn't anything more to say. I think the whole family would have liked to say something. Unfortunately, with the legal process it wasn't something that was a good idea with appeals and everything. You can't really say what you want anyway. It's all redacted," says Nathan Lee.

The judge has all the information he needs to make his decision. The greatest weight of course will be the jury's 12 to 0 recommendation on giving King the death penalty. He is scheduled to make that decision on December 4th.

[birdwatch]

Thanks for finding that.

20 minutes? FGS, that doesn't seem like enough time to spend on such an important thing. I hope this isn't used later on, in his appeal, to say that his attorney didn't give it his all in trying to spare his life.

The defense lawyer did the best he could -as is his job. Nobody else decided to speak today - including the defendant. So what would they carry on with?

[Interesting]

I forget to look in here for up-dates on this creep. :blushing:
Thank you all for your dedication. :thumbsup:
I see him getting the DP on 12/4. MOO.

[Ladygator]

Husband of murder victim Denise Amber Lee backs 911 training bill

http://www2.tbo.com/content/2009/nov/16/husband-murder-victim-denise-amber-lee-backs-911-t/news-breaking/

[Ladygator]

'Circuit Judge Deno Economou will enter a Sarasota County courtroom at 2 p.m. and read his written sentencing order. The hearing should last about an hour.'

http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20091204/BREAKING/912039926/2416

[Interesting]

Can anyone tell me how it turned out today? TIA.

[need2no]

:shrug:

Sarasota Circuit Judge Deon Economou is scheduled announce his decision at 2 p.m. today during a brief but decisive hearing at the Sarasota County Courthouse.

http://www2.tbo.com/content/2009/dec/04/041154/judge-sentence-michael-king-today/news-metro/

[need2no]

Just heard Ricki K. on Tru TV say Michael has been sentenced to death!

[need2no]

SARASOTA - Circuit Judge Deno Economou this afternoon sentenced Michael King to die for the killing of Denise Amber Lee after a horrifying abduction and rape.

In the end, Economou declared that the aggravating factors that support a death sentence outweighed the mitigating factors that could have led to a sentence of life in prison.

http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20091204/BREAKING/912039926/2416

[cherylt]

Just heard Ricki K. on Tru TV say Michael has been sentenced to death!


Wow - thanks for the info! I was searching earlier this week to see what the judge decided. The RIGHT penalty has been handed down.

Rest in peace, Denise... Your plight was felt by many and you touched many lives after your death.... :rose:

ETA - I wish I could find a video of the proceeding (if there is one). I'd love to now what the Judge said to that dirtbag!

[need2no]

Wow - thanks for the info! I was searching earlier this week to see what the judge decided. The RIGHT penalty has been handed down.

Rest in peace, Denise... Your plight was felt by many and you touched many lives after your death.... :rose:

ETA - I wish I could find a video of the proceeding (if there is one). I'd love to now what the Judge said to that dirtbag!

YW! I haven't found a video, but you might want to read this article:

http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20091204/BREAKING/912039926/2416

[bugout]

Justice! Justice, finally. I hope he suffers until the very last minute of his miserable life.

Bug

[aproudmom]

This was one of the sadest trials I have watched and he deserves just what he got the DP.:angry:

[summit]

I have to agree with You that was a real sad Trial. I felt so bad For the Poor Young Mother who did every thing She could do to fight back and try to save her life, and for her poor family.

[Ladygator]

It was the right decision!!! I'm glad the Judge agreed with the jurors!!:thumbsup:

[RayStar]

Listening to the 911 tape just did it for me. A real sad case.

[Interesting]

Just heard Ricki K. on Tru TV say Michael has been sentenced to death!

Thank you ever so much.
:thumbsup: WooHoo. I will long be dead by the time he is executed but that is a-okay with me justice will be served.

May God rest Mrs Lee's soul and bring some sort of a sense of piece to her family.

[True2Blues]

The Judge made the right decision. If King didn't warrant the DP, no one ever would have.

[Ladygator]

Wow - thanks for the info! I was searching earlier this week to see what the judge decided. The RIGHT penalty has been handed down.

Rest in peace, Denise... Your plight was felt by many and you touched many lives after your death.... :rose:

ETA - I wish I could find a video of the proceeding (if there is one). I'd love to now what the Judge said to that dirtbag!

There is a vid clip here, at the bottom of the article.

http://www.baynews9.com/content/36/2009/12/4/555195.html?title=Judge+upholds+death+penalty+for+ Michael+King

[sunstar]

:rose: justice for Denise

[AnnInOhio]

If ever a man deserved the death penalty, it was Michael King. This was the kind of case where I could see no reason not to impose the death sentence: no question that he was guilty, no question that he was unmerciful to his victim. RIP, Denise.

[Ladygator]

Urgent 911 call takes 20 hours to answer

'NORTH PORT, Fla. - It was an urgent call for help that didn't receive an urget response.':cursing:

http://www.wtsp.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=120209&catid=8

[Ladygator]

Michael Kings new DR mugshot

http://www.dc.state.fl.us/ActiveInmates/Detail.asp?Bookmark=1&From=list&SessionID=2247021