Yesterday was the start of State of Florida v. Casey Marie Anthony in the murder of her daughter Caylee Anthony. The prosecution’s opening statement was a step-by-step look at Casey Anthony’s life from the day Caylee Anthony disappeared. The prosecution pointed out that Casey’s behavior was not that of a grieving mother who who missing a daughter, but that of a out of control young adult who’s main priority was drinking and partying. However, the defense opening statement focused on George Anthony, Casey’s step-father. The defense stated that Casey was sexually abused as a child and taught to lie. Also, they stated that “this is not a murder trial”, but was just a mistake. Jose Baez, Casey’s defense attorney, claimed that Caylee drowned in the pool, and Casey and George covered it up. Consequently, George Anthony was the first witnesses for the prosecution and denied all allegations of sexual abuse. Today the prosecution witness that will be called to give his testimony is Cameron Campana, Casey’s ex-boyfriend (Tony Lazzaro) former roommate. He claims that Casey Anthony’s behavior did not change during Caylee’s disappearance. The trial is being covered on many local news stations as well as websites. Also, if you would like to be in the courtroom, viewer must arrive early to be selected with no writing of any kind on their clothing.
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