Michael Jackson's Next Court Appearance Postponed Until February 14

Sunday, 06 February 2005

Due to the sudden passing of Attorney Tom Mesereau's sister, Judge Rodney Melville has granted a continuance until Monday, February 14th, 2005.

Day 2 of Jury Selection Ends for Michael Jackson with Early Adjounment

February 2, 2005

"I think we have enough (potential) jurors," were the words of Judge Rodney Melville yesterday as he brought proceedings to an early finish. "By my estimation, we have 250 people who are qualified (for duty)," said Melville, according to the Santa Maria Times. He then adjourned the court early, convinced he does not need to see the rest of 700 people who were summoned, of which there were about 300.

Michael Jackson Has His Day in Court

February 1, 2004

Michael Jackson appeared in court yesterday for what was the first day of his trial. The proceeding saw 300 potential jurors enter the courtroom in groups. "I assume you'd rather be somewhere else," Judge Rodney Melville said, according to the news-press. "I appreciate your making a sacrifice to be here. Jurors are the foundation of this country's system of justice that is thought of so highly." Michael had to wait over an hour for the first group of jurors to arrive.

Michael Jackson Trial Scheduled to Begin Today

Monday, January 31, 2005

Michael Jackson is due to appear in court today in what is the first day of this trial.

Response of Santa Barbara County Sheriff Anderson and D.A. Sneddon to Alleged Leaks

January 24th, 2005

Release by the respective offices of Jim Anderson and Tom Sneddon: "Recently there has been a noticeable increase in the release to the public of highly confidential transcripts, investigative reports, and documents about the Michael Jackson case. These materials are squarely covered by Judge Melville's Protective Order. We consider the release of these materials to be a violation of the law. Some media commentators have alleged that we are responsible for these leaks. We are not. These accusations are irresponsible, unfounded and untrue."

Judge Melville Wants Prosecutors to Stick to the Current Case

Wednesday, 12 January 2005
By Team MJJsource

SANTA MARIA, CA – Today, Santa Maria Superior Court Judge Rodney Melville decided not to rule on the Prosecution's motion to bring in alleged ‘prior acts' of abuse, at this time. Prosecutors are attempting to present evidence of similar alleged "prior acts," even though Michael Jackson has never actually been tried in a court on those issues.

Mesereau Calls Prosecution 'Vindictive'

Tuesday, 21 December 2004

SANTA MARIA, CA - Today Santa Maria Superior Court Judge Rodney Melville denied bids by Michael Jackson's lawyers to throw out the charges against him or delay his trial by six weeks. Attorneys for Michael Jackson argued that a grand jury indictment should be dismissed due to "outrageous government conduct" by the chief prosecutor, who they claimed was engaged in a personal witch-hunt against Jackson.

Neverland Raided Again

Friday, December 03, 2004

Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch was searched by local authorities after a search warrant was served at 9am on December 3rd, according to Reuters.

Statement of Thomas A. Mesereau, Jr. Lead Counsel to Mr. Michael Jackson
Friday, October 15, 2004

Attorney Thomas Mesereau, Jr., releases the following statement regarding Attorney Steve Cochran:

Statement of Michael Jackson Regarding Attorney and Friend, Steve Cochran
Friday, October 15, 2004

Mr. Michael Jackson releases the following statement regarding longtime attorney and friend, Steve Cochran: