...Case Study: O.J Simpson Jamie Berthelette Psy/410 May 14, 2012 Lara Ashbaugh Abstract This paper will mention Orenthal James Simpson also known as O.J Simpson. He was a very famous football player since college and went onto the pros. He was a dedicated athlete, good father, and also a husband not once, but twice. There will be highlights from the horrific event that took place June 12, 1994. It is believed that O.J Simpson suffered from Borderline Personality Disorder. Another issue that I feel O.J Simpson suffered from is Love Triangle Syndrome which explains why he acted, behaved at all times, and the way he was with Nicole Brown Simpson. O.J Simpson was born July 9, 1947 to Eunice whom she raised him and his three siblings alone after their father ran off on them. His father Jimmy Simpson, being dysfunctional and leaving them which in part can explain so much on how O.J would act “macho” around everyone. He was awkward growing up with having to wear braces on his legs so most of the time he got picked on. He had to wear the braces until age five due to a diagnosed case of rickets and children would call him “waterhead” or “headquarters”. When O.J went to junior high he joined a gang called the Persian Warriors at age 14 and got caught stealing from a liquor store in the neighborhood. His mother ended up having him attend a private Catholic school which in turn put him back on a path towards positive things and better occupied him. O.J Simpson went to...
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...someone else has done. O.J Simpson was accused of murder in 1995. O.J Simpson went to court only because someone else thought he committed murder. He was released of all charges, but later was caught robbing someone. In the book, Snow Falling On Cedars, David Guterson tells a story a lot like the O.J Simpson case. “The accused man, with one segment of his consciousness, watched the falling snow outside the windows. He had been exiled in the county jail for seventy-seven days-the last part of September, all of October and all of November, the first week of December in jail” (Guterson 2). O.J Simpson and Kabuo Miyamto, the accused man in the book, have many similarities by living an ideal...
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...O.J. Simpson is guilty of killing his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ronald Goldman. There is an enormous amount of evidence that proves that he did. He had a motive, but not a solid alibi. There are lab results dealing with blood, DNA, and fibers that place him at the scene of the murders. If that is not enough to prove him guilty, then there are also the witnesses that can place O.J. Simpson going in and out of the Rockingham estate on the day and around the time of the murders. Others have testified of threatening remarks they heard O.J. Simpson say against Nicole and police reports of violent actions he committed against her. Evidence proves that O.J. Simpson is guilty of killing Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. O. J. Simpson had motive for killing Nicole Brown Simpson. He and his wife were having severe marital problems. There is proof of how bad their relationship was. She had her sister take pictures of her bruised body and lock them in a safe for future evidence if needed. Also, there were recorded 911 phone calls in 1989 and 1993 from Nicole during brutal attacks by O.J. When the police responded to...
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...The murder case The People of the State of California v. Orenthal James Simpson has been one of the most controversial cases of this century. O.J. Simpson was tried for the murders of Nicole Brown-Simpson and Ron Goldman. He was found innocent though there were countless amounts of evidence found that incriminated him. With all of the evidence that appeared, O.J. Simpson should have been found guilty for those two counts of murder. On June 24, 1995, Nicole Brown-Simpson and Ron Goldman were found dead. Orenthal James Simpson, a former National Football star was viewed as the prime suspect of the two murders. Simpson was tried for the murders and found innocent though he had a history of violence with Nicole, DNA evidence was found along...
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...Criminal Law in Action (2148) Project 1 O.J Simpson Case Analysis September 7, 2014 "No one enters suit justly, no one goes to court honestly; they rely on empty pleas, they speak lies, they conceive mischief and bring forth iniquity."— Isaiah 59: 4,9-11, 14-15. The O.J Simpson trial was one of the most publicized criminal trials in American history. America’s beloved professional football star O. J. Simpson, was tried on two counts of murder when his then ex wife Nicole Brown Simpson, and waiter Ronald Lyle Goldman were found dead. Enough evidence was gathered to prove guilt against O.J, and Under the California State Penal Code Section 187A, O.J Simpson was charged with murder. The prosecution did not prove beyond a reasonable doubt that O.J Simpson was guilty because the evidence was circumstantial and not definitive enough for a conviction. The O.J Simpson trial was pivotal because it shed light upon the racial inequality and prejudice in the United States. After the Rodney King riots in LA, America took a very cautious approach to racial injustices. Prosecutor Christopher Darden wasted no time in using the psychological approach to appeal to jurors, by portraying O.J Simpson as a jealous and abusive husband to ex-wife Nicole. To the contrary, defense lawyer Johnny Cochran, focused on the ambiguous time line and O.J Simpson’s deteriorating health. The prosecution gathered multiple witnesses that testified against O. J Simpson. Nicole’s sister testified on how O.J’s...
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...The O.J. Simpson Trial: How The Media Effects High Profile Criminal Cases Noah Norwood Florida State University Abstract This paper goes over the effects the media had on the O.J. Simpson case and how the media interfered. The O.J. Simpson murder case is touted as the most televised criminal trial in history and from the second the murders were discovered there was a media frenzy. On the night of June 12, 1994 the bodies of Nicole Brown and her waiter Ronald Goldman were found outside of Nicole’s condo both stabbed to death. The suspect, former athlete, icon, and actor Orenthal James (O.J.) Simpson was the main suspect of the crime. On June 16th, 1994 the LAPD pressed murder charges against him and placed a warrant for his arrest on which he agreed to turn himself in on June 17th 1994 at 11 A.M.. He would not show up to turn himself in and eventually the infamous White Ford Bronco police chase would ensue. Eventually O.J. would be brought in and face trial in what would subsequently lead to him being found not guilty. Throughout this paper we will go over the historical setting and the phases of the incident from the crime committed to the end of the trial. Along with this the effect the high volume of media coverage and publicity will be covered. Also research on how race and gender affected the outcome of this trial will be displayed. To conclude the O.J. Simpson murder trial was highly effected by the media interference from day 1, which caused a racial stir and a certain...
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...Justice System During the O.J Simpson Murder Case Throughout the course of American history, the era of the 1990’s certainly stands out. The justice system at the time seemed to have flaws, with it being put up to the test. Many infamous events happened during the 1990’s that defined the judicial system, including the Los Angeles riots, the Anita Hill-Clarence Thomas controversy, and the Bill Clinton-Monica Lewinsky scandal. However, no case during that time (or, arguably, in the 20th century) was as talked about as the O.J. Simpson murder case. On June 13, 1994, Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman were found stabbed to death in the affluent Los Angeles neighborhood of Brentwood. The evidence found was pointing toward Nicole Brown Simpson’s husband- former football player Orenthal James Simpson. (Hunt, 17) The events leading up to his very infamous trial led to a whirlwind of media speculation. However, does the Simpson trial accurately display the flaws of the American judicial system at...
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...impact on their case and future cases relating to the same issues. On the night of June 12th, 1994, the bodies of Nicole Brown Simpson and an unknown male were revealed to have been brutally murdered outside a condominium on 875 South Bundy Drive. Following this discovery, detectives on the scene found an array of miscellaneous items located near bodies. While the investigation continued, it was decided that they should try to contact O.J. Simpson, the husband of Nicole Brown Simpson, even though he was not the main suspect at the time. After a short drive over to O.J. Simpson’s house the detectives found a Bronco parked outside the residence which was confirmed to be owned by the Hertz Corporation, a company using O.J. Simpson as a spokesperson. A brief glance at the car’s interior and exterior revealed what appeared to look like blood patterns near the driver’s door handle. It was at this point that the detectives decided to search the residence, even though they didn’t have a warrant. When discussing the actions taken during this investigation by those four detectives, the fourth amendment is one of the most discussed topics because of its relevance to their decisions. Probable cause plays an important role in this issue because of the way the detectives used it to justify their investigation. The definition of a probable cause is “A reasonable belief that a person has committed a crime.” Although the detectives had a justifiable reason to contact Mr. Simpson, at the time he...
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...O.J Simpson murder case is what some people will say is the case of the century. Many people will debate whether O.J Simpson murdered Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. All the evidence at the crime scene, the Bronco chase and the history with his wife. Will determine if O.J Simpson murdered Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. The first argument point there was quite a bit of evidence. One of the gloves was found right next to the bodies and the other glove was also found on the side of O.J’s house. Nicole’s blood was found on and inside of O.J’s Bronco. Blood was also found on the socks of O.J was wearing. But on the first week of March, 2016 when the estate was destroying his house they may have found the knife that O.J used to...
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...O.J. Simpson Case Analysis The O.J. Simpson case is a landmark case in several ways. In the American legal system, this should have been an open and shut case because the evidence proved beyond a reasonable doubt that Simpson committed this crime and in the American legal system, the prosecution has the burden of proof to which prove the defendant committed a crime. The evidence collected in the Simpson case was sufficient for prima facie case to be presented to a Grand Jury for indictment. In other words, prima facie, or first look at the evidence was enough to prove that Simpson was involved in the murder of Nicole Simpson and Ron Goldman. From the beginning the Simpson case had many different undertones, such as political in regards to jury selection, which is why the prosecution choose to pursue the case in Los Angeles as oppose to Santa Monica. This became a pivotal decision that would probably affect many future cases where race could be involved. The list of evidence such as 911 calls to police by the victim Nicole Simpson six months before occurrence of actual crime is in a way, testimony to the fact that Simpson’s behavior was not civilized and that Nicole Simpson was feeling threatened. The “trace evidence” found at the crime scene near the body of the victims, such as bloody shoe prints, which were from a size 12 Bruno Magli shoe, and the blood from the gate, matched genetically with Simpson. Police also noticed a cut on Simpson’s left middle finger...
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...Twenty years sometime later, the genuine decision on the O.J. Simpson kill trial is at long last in.With a significantly more different populace and surveys demonstrating blacks and whites announcing better race relations, the outcomes are overpowering: O.J. Simpson is blameworthy of murder. It wasn't generally along these lines. In 1995, 60 percent of dark individuals said Simpson was guiltless of charges that he slaughtered his ex, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her companion, Ronald Goldman, on June 12, 1994. Dark individuals were so irate with bigot cops at that point, they would not like to see anybody put on trial aside from the police. Be that as it may, today, a recently discharged CNN/ORC International survey finds a dominant part of dark...
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...Courtroom TV Paper: OJ Simpson Trial Team C: Dwana Harris, Ian Mcguire, Ryan Raeffer, Andrew Cantrell, Renel Philippe, Aaron Pena CJA/224 October 7, 2013 Lou Wittmer Introduction The double-murder trial of O.J. Simpson is surely one that will live in infamy. From the controversial “If the glove doesn’t fit, you must acquit” phrase coined by his superstar attorney Johnnie Cochran to the jaw-dropping verdict of not guilty this case has made its mark in history. In 1994 Nicole Brown-Simpson and Ronald Goldman were found stabbed to death. With no other obvious suspects, Brown-Simpson’s husband Orenthal James Simpson became the object of law enforcement’s suspicion and was charged with the murders. The case was brought to trial and with seemingly solid physical evidence the prosecution went into attack mode painting a picture that was supposed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Simpson was guilty of premeditated murder. However, having a “Dream Team” defense, as it was called proved to be far more beneficial to Simpson that anyone I this nation would have ever thought. The defense lawyers used mechanisms such as racial profiling and police corruption to mangle the prosecution’s case and discredit every piece of information that was once presumed viable. The trial deliberations grabbed the attention of almost every American and for the duration people stayed glued to the television awaiting the verdict. What was the crime the defendant was alleged to have committed...
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...Gage Alan Jones O.J. Simpson On July 9th, 1947 O.J. Simpson was born in San Francisco, California. O.J. played college football at The University of Southern California, (USC). Simpson went on to be one of the most out standing running backs to play in collage football. He would show his excellence running the ball in being a Heisman Finalists. The Heisman is the biggest award in Collage Football. This award goes to the most out standing player in the NCAA. No matter your position on the field you can win this award. Simpson won this award in 1968. After showing every one how good he can run the ball the Pro Scouts took notice. O.J. got taken 1st overall in the 1st round of the 1969 NFL draft by the Buffalo Bills. Simpson would also play at the San Francisco 49ers. Through his collage years and the years in the pros O.J. would gather many Trophies, records for the books, and a lot of fame around the country. However on June 20th, 1994 a lot would change for the famous running back. That June 20th would mart the day O.J. Simpson was accused of murder. This Case would string out for 8 months from June 20th, 1994 all the way till October 3rd, 1995. O.J. Simpson was tried on two counts of murder; it would be for the deaths of his wife Nicole Brown Simpson, and a waiter named Ronald Lyle Goldman. Simpson took action fast and hired an eight man defense team. This eight man team was lead by Robert Shapiro. The other seven that Robert led in this case was Johnnie Cochran, F....
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...THE O.J. SIMPSON TRIAL On June 12,1994, Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman were murdered. Their bodies were discovered outside Nicole Simpson's condominium. Nicole Simpson was the estranged wife of the famous football player and T.V. star O.J. Simpson. The people directly involved with this case are Judge Lance Ito, the prosecution lawyers, Marcia Clark and Christopher Darden, the defense lawyers, Johnnie Cochran, Robert Shapiro and Robert Blasier , the jury and the defendant, O.J. Simpson. The families of the victims have also been present in the courtroom, as well as other spectators and news media. This case has heard one hundred and twenty witnesses over a nine month period. The prosecution's physical evidence includes a bloody glove, bloody socks, hair, and fibres and a trail of blood drops connecting the crime scene and O.J.'s estate. Defence lawyers say this physical evidence means nothing because it was either purposely tainted or contaminated. Kenneth Berris testified that two laundry bags are still missing from Simpson's Chicago hotel room. The bloody clothes and murder weapon have never been found. The prosecution says DNA tests place Simpson's genetic markers on the drops of blood leading away from the bodies. There were also blood samples, similar to Simpson's and the victims, found on O.J.'s Bronco truck. Simpson's blood was also found on his driveway and his foyer. The prosecution says Simpson cut his hand during the murder. The defence says Simpson cut...
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...Oklahoma City Bombing and the notorious O.J. Simpson Trial. While these are not the only two, they are, arguably, the biggest events of the year. Each major event that took place in 1995 left a legacy to carry on, left its footprint on the pavement of life. Known as the “trial of the century” former NFL player O.J. Simpson was charged with the gruesome murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman, by stabbing, around 10:15 pm on June 17, 1994. What is so shocking about these murders is that Simpson had everything going for him. He “came out of the projects of San Francisco in the 1960s to establish a...
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