I'm surprised. This is probably the first time that the defense of 'I didn't know' denials has worked for a former chairman or CEO. This may be the first time that the Sergeant Schultz defense has worked. |
It is rare for appeals courts to reverse criminal convictions. The prime exception would be on technical legal grounds and that doesn't appear to be present in (Stewart's) case. |
It's unlikely the prosecutors would walk away. |
The jury was out for so long and that is usually a good sign for the defense. |