The failed Michael Jackson child molestation prosecution was overcharged, overtried and outgunned by a solid defense, say some Monday morning quarterbacks who typically play the game and win. In addition to giving attorneys an opportunity to flex their 20/20 hindsight, the Jackson case illustrates the high-pressure world of prosecutors who bring high-profile cases. Among the challenges: raised expectations, intense scrutiny and a media circus.
Details here from The National Law Journal via Law.com.