tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post5435310908512795913..comments2024-03-09T19:08:04.758-06:00Comments on Life at the Harris County Criminal Justice Center: Victims, Phone Calls and Press ConferencesMurray Newmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00662196272138109874noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-78540809712649501892016-12-26T09:45:46.068-06:002016-12-26T09:45:46.068-06:00I'm not not exactly looking to hold your hand ...I'm not not exactly looking to hold your hand or anything Hartmann, and a simple yes or no would have done just fine. I was just wondering where your disdain for over-active -to-be office holders began, and where it ended. Glad to see you re consistent. Many are not, and that was my point. <br /><br />Jason Truittnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-82282559561154168872016-12-24T09:28:45.162-06:002016-12-24T09:28:45.162-06:00Has Devon responded to the email she received from...Has Devon responded to the email she received from Kim on 12/16, inviting her to stay?<br /><br />Yep, folks, that's the level of competence in KO's transition team.<br /><br />That and cold-calling the spouse of one of the 38 the next day to recruit him for a position with the office. Seemingly forgetting that he was not only married to one of Kim's casualties (or lucky ones, depending on your perspective) but had also prosecuted daddy Ogg.<br /><br />Off to a GREAT start!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-68373473988851447812016-12-24T06:39:27.420-06:002016-12-24T06:39:27.420-06:00This witch-hunt and vendetta Kim Ogg (and the medi...This witch-hunt and vendetta Kim Ogg (and the media) has engaged in in order to ruin Anderson’s career and reputation started the very first day she tired to run for election against Anderson. It is just absolutely sad, tragic and the farthest thing from professional. Now it is spewing over to the prosecutors who dare disagree with her. This is ridiculous! Enough is enough already.<br /><br />Firing the 37 prosecutors 9 days before Christmas through an email? I know there are always regime changes when a new administration takes over but it would seem to me she knew exactly who would be let go long before now. Why wait and in the manor it was done in? It doesn’t show respect to the people who have devoted their careers to the field of criminal justice. Firing by email is cowardly, doing it right before Christmas makes one look coldhearted and ultimately makes it look like political revenge. There were better ways to handle this, IMHO. Furthermore, with the press conference held the other day, she is exploiting people for her own personal and political gain. Enough is enough. Anyone surprised? Innocent until proven guilty, anyone?? No, here she is the one making assumptions without the facts and says she will not discuss the issues with the prosecutors in question.<br /><br />It all boils down to this:<br /><br />Kim Ogg was so desperate to get elected; she said and did anything (and she will continue to do so) even when she KNOWS it’s not true. Having been in that office before, Ogg knows the things coming out of her mouth are untrue. She has run on both parties on the ticket once before-R and D and failed both times if that tells you anything, people did not like her on either side of the ballot before. She only won because she rode on the party ticket; just like all the other D’s. She had to run with corrupt, anti-American Soros behind her. That should have told every voter what they really need to know about her and who is going to be behind running the DA's office. When she was running she basically said that she will pick and choice the laws in which they follow and think should be enforced. That is not how it works. You do not get to choose what the office decides to try based on what you want. The Harris County District Attorney is there to pursue justice and enforce the law, not pick and choice what laws she enforces and upholds whether they agree with it or not. This is what Devon always did, hence the PP case. Maybe she forgot that in her 20 yrs away from being a prosecutor defending criminals?<br /><br />Yes, we all know the criminal justice system has flaws and with the 116,000 cases filed a year that sometimes things happen but let me just say I will be especially praying for Harris County all around the board for the next 4 years.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-30871432590116388212016-12-23T20:36:26.408-06:002016-12-23T20:36:26.408-06:00I do not know Mr.Truitt, but since he has quoted a...I do not know Mr.Truitt, but since he has quoted an observation which I previously have made and thereafter asked a question, although it has never been my practice to respond to others on a blog (as I suspect that Murray well knows - I am not looking for "blog pals"), out of courtesy to Mr. Truitt I will respond to that question particularly in light of the probable motive giving genesis for the inquiry. The answer to Mr. Truitt's question is most definitely "YES."<br />Calvin A. HartmannAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-26842146328812946032016-12-23T10:20:59.844-06:002016-12-23T10:20:59.844-06:00"Ogg's actions reflect a belief that she ..."Ogg's actions reflect a belief that she can exert power over the office and employees for which she will not assume authority until January 1, 2017." <br /><br /><br />Out of curiosity, do you feel the same way about Trump?<br /><br /><br />Jason Truittnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-9446403578619890212016-12-22T21:02:42.455-06:002016-12-22T21:02:42.455-06:00Unfortunately I apparently was not clear in my pos...Unfortunately I apparently was not clear in my post. I was in no wise suggesting that immunity was available for Ogg since her assertions were clearly made in the capacity of a "plain vanilla citizen" and not in the capacity of a prosecutor. Obviously there is no retroactive immunity. Once the proverbial horse is out of the barn it is too late to close the barn door. My only point was intended to be was that defamation was actionable whether committed by a prosecutor or that "plain vanilla citizen" and that immunity did not lie in either instance. I am sorry to 6:18 p.m. for being unclear. <br /><br />Ogg's actions reflect a belief that she can exert power over the office and employees for which she will not assume authority until January 1, 2017. That is a disturbing belief, particularly in the light of her apparent disregard for employee privacy rights, search and seizure law, employment law (notwithstanding employment at will for county employees) and the law of defamation. Moreover, it is ironic that the employees against whom she has leveled accusations will not be offered contracts by her on January 1, 2017. Again I believe that Ogg is off to a bad start, although not yet even in office. I hope for her sake and that of the office that she will turn things around, apologize to the affected individuals, and move on; otherwise it is going to be a tumultuous four years.<br />Calvin A. HartmannAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-55722217749107614622016-12-22T21:02:12.695-06:002016-12-22T21:02:12.695-06:00If Ogg wants to change what she believes to be a &...If Ogg wants to change what she believes to be a "win at all cost culture" and to have "evidence based prosecutions," why in the world would she bring back Diepraam? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-74627108393869890042016-12-22T20:49:46.288-06:002016-12-22T20:49:46.288-06:00News from the bunker
Moen - first assistant?News from the bunker<br /><br />Moen - first assistant?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-15890714915029879292016-12-22T20:05:14.321-06:002016-12-22T20:05:14.321-06:00Last thing a new employer wants is to hire people ...Last thing a new employer wants is to hire people with baggage from another job. Time to move on. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-46745942503450162222016-12-22T18:18:02.015-06:002016-12-22T18:18:02.015-06:00Calvin you are correct about immunity for prosecut...Calvin you are correct about immunity for prosecutors. However, Ogg is NOT yet a prosecutor. Surely she cannot get retroactive immunity for acts she did prior to becoming the actual prosecutor.<br /><br />I doubt the law would allows prosecutorial immunity for defamation as well.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-84636691202811199672016-12-22T18:14:23.307-06:002016-12-22T18:14:23.307-06:00News from the Bunker:
New Ogglodyte team members ...News from the Bunker:<br /><br />New Ogglodyte team members rumored to include:<br />King<br />Leitner<br />Bridgwater<br />Cloud<br />Magness<br />Barnett<br />Mitcham<br />Diepraam<br />Reagin<br /><br /> <br />Look through the eye to know thyself<br /><br />End of lineAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-29020399437493830472016-12-22T12:13:55.700-06:002016-12-22T12:13:55.700-06:00It is my recollection that there essentially is ab...It is my recollection that there essentially is absolute immunity for a prosecutor in actions against that prosecutor under 42 USC 1983 for one's conduct in the course and scope of one's duties as a prosecutor. I would suggest, however, that defamation does not come within the normal scope of the duties of a prosecutor. Thus, it would seem that defamation would be actionable regardless of the status of the defamer.<br />Calvin A. Hartmann Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-26206868521857267882016-12-22T12:03:33.099-06:002016-12-22T12:03:33.099-06:00@anon 7:35 AM - Plaintiff lawyers are creating the...@anon 7:35 AM - Plaintiff lawyers are creating the paperwork to have the opportunity to explain it to her in court at a substantial cost to her bank account is the rumor.<br /><br />TopGunAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-14101038892904085912016-12-22T10:38:11.553-06:002016-12-22T10:38:11.553-06:00But she said it wasn't a direct accusation, re...But she said it wasn't a direct accusation, remember? That makes it all better, right?? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-76448847148617384622016-12-22T07:35:40.678-06:002016-12-22T07:35:40.678-06:00Does Ogg understand that accusing somebody of a cr...Does Ogg understand that accusing somebody of a crime is defamation per se and her immunity doesn't kick in until January 1?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-40073117499423701622016-12-21T15:53:25.425-06:002016-12-21T15:53:25.425-06:00So Kim looks like she will be providing SNL comedy...So Kim looks like she will be providing SNL comedy at the same IQ level as Hillary?<br /><br />Someone buy these books for the incoming D.A.:<br /><br />“How Not to Get Sued for Defamation Before Being Sworn into Elected Office FOR DUMMIES”<br /><br />and,<br /><br />“How to Hire A Real PR Consultant Who Will Not Let You Make a Fool Out of Yourself Before Being Sworn into Elected Office FOR DUMMIES”<br /><br /><br />Also, watch this excellent video on Diabolical Narcissism, and you will have a better understanding of the mental sickness you will be dealing with at the CJC.<br /><br />http://www.barnhardt.biz/diabolical-narcissism/<br /><br />TopGunAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-88344379451076163312016-12-21T13:23:59.001-06:002016-12-21T13:23:59.001-06:00Your welcome, agent asshole.Your welcome, agent asshole.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-43737418630593473942016-12-21T12:28:43.268-06:002016-12-21T12:28:43.268-06:00@anon11:05- thank you captain obvious.@anon11:05- thank you captain obvious.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-47220823111985159302016-12-21T11:05:38.643-06:002016-12-21T11:05:38.643-06:00Why people stay? mortgages, rent or perhaps the dr...Why people stay? mortgages, rent or perhaps the dreaded law school loan. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-36023026051651454932016-12-21T09:52:52.031-06:002016-12-21T09:52:52.031-06:00Murray, you've hit the big time.
https://texa...Murray, you've hit the big time.<br /><br />https://texags.com/forums/38/topics/2820715/1Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-25579434905332084512016-12-21T08:38:24.986-06:002016-12-21T08:38:24.986-06:00"all records [personal cell phone, personal a..."all records [personal cell phone, personal and work email, etc.] from each person involved are immediately preserved so that a full investigation can be undertaken."<br /><br />Wow. whereas the Lykos administration became experts in the Fifth Amendment, Ogg is seriously lacking in Fourth Amendment knowledge. Seizing personal cell phones and personal emails. Can you say official oppression? Violation of civil rights?<br /><br />Good lord. Lykos and the gang who couldn't shoot straight. What we have seen here is just batshit crazy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-48337378422841746752016-12-21T08:22:49.799-06:002016-12-21T08:22:49.799-06:00Assuming JK dealt with the situation in the same n...Assuming JK dealt with the situation in the same non sarcastic, non condescending, completely professional demeanor that he dealt with defense counsel, he should be given the benefit of the doubt.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-80435925919650079632016-12-21T08:21:40.163-06:002016-12-21T08:21:40.163-06:00Someone please explain why anyone should remain in...Someone please explain why anyone should remain in a place where the advice from your superiors is to "lay low", "keep your head down" and "don't voice your opinion," - just to survive the four years. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-43326910088767240812016-12-21T06:11:59.057-06:002016-12-21T06:11:59.057-06:00My take was Kim Ogg is being defensive because she...My take was Kim Ogg is being defensive because she knows the campaighn to defeat her has already started. I was not a fan of the Press Conference, but she knows her opponents will be coming after her like they came after Lycos. I don't think the three prosecutors did anything wrong. Devon's statement about endangering the citiznes of Harris County coupled with this probably made Ms. Ogg feel she needed to take pro active steps. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06670668387428119288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7566778230970156239.post-63770687247596317592016-12-21T05:21:01.121-06:002016-12-21T05:21:01.121-06:00Some of the fired need to stay off the blogs. You ...Some of the fired need to stay off the blogs. You are currently umemployed and unless you want to remain that way dont give hiring managers a reason to toss your resume in the trash can. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com