Jerry Sandusky won’t get a new trial, judge rules

LEHIGH VALLEY LIVE: Jerry Sandusky isn’t getting the new trial he asked for after arguing that his lawyers weren’t given enough time to prepare for the proceeding that ended with a 45-count guilty verdict.

Judge John Cleland today issued a 27-page order that said Sandusky’s lawyers conceded their post-trial review turned up no material that would have changed their trial strategy. He also has rejected post-sentencing motions regarding jury instructions, hearsay testimony and other matters…

Sandusky lawyer Norris Gelman says the decision means the defense will appeal to mid-level Superior Court within the next 30 days…  (more)

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