Regardless of which way the “Dennis hearing” goes, the case can be appealed. A “Dennis hearing” is the term used for a Florida self-defense claim, when the defendant asserts he is immune from prosecution under Florida statute 776.032. The judge must take evidence and weigh it, and decide if the evidence supports a conclusion that “more likely than not” it was self defense.
Thanks, Cboldt, for your expert opinion. Doesn't sound right to me, but I do believe you. In a trial, once you are found “not guilty,” it's over. Should be the same with the Dennis hearing, don't you think?
If the Dennis hearing is appealed, would they postpone the trial until it is over? GZ could be an old man by the time this is all over.