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Hellcat Grand Moff
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Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2011 10:21 pm Post subject: |
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"You can plead guilty to all charges in which case you'll either be executed or banished. If you plead guilty that'll be it, no trial and the triumvirate will have to decide your fate based on what evidence there is.
"Or you can plead innocent in which case you will have a chance to actually plead your case and try to sway at least two thirds of the judiciaries. That won't help your case as a history professor if you are indeed innocent. If you can sway all three, then the school may be willing to forget this incident.
"It may help your case if you willingly submit to wearing a Force inhibiting collar. One will be put on you anway, and should have already been put in place."
Tobias blanks out on what exactly his legal rights on Taris are. If he were on one of the major worlds of the Republic he'd have the right to an attorney and the right to call witnesses in his defense.
He does remember that he has a friend who is a professor of law on the planet whom he's talked with often who may be a ally in this case. He'd have counted the dean and several of the teachers at the school as allies, but they all saw him escorted out of the school by five armed officers. Even though none of the officers had their weapons actually drawn, he has to doubt they'd be willing to support him against these charges. _________________ FLUFFY for President!!!!
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Posted: Thu Jul 07, 2011 9:39 am Post subject: |
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Tobias thinks about those options for a few moments and realizes he has little hope either way. He tries to recall if he knows anything about the three judiciaries and their political leanings.
After a few moments more, he looks at the constable and asks with a smile: "Ok, so can I post bond and get out of here, or how does this work? |
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Hellcat Grand Moff
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Posted: Fri Jul 08, 2011 12:41 am Post subject: |
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Tobias knows most judiciaries on the planet come from the nobel families of Taris. Which is to say the wealthy human families. A few come from Taris's middle class human population and most of those tend to side with the nobility against offworlders and aliens. Given Taris's humancentric attitude, it's suprising any non-humans can even get into politics, though none are allowed to become judiciaries. In cases of non-humans vs humans the judiciaries side with the humans nearly ninety percent of the time. And usually that's because the non-humans managed to get permits to enter the Upper City and work there, making them at least somewhat acceptal whereas the humans are typically known criminal element from the Lower City.
The fact that he's human may be of some help. However, Tobias realizes that his being linked to the Duros and the Anomid, even though he doesn't know them and has never met him, may hurt him in facing folks who probably have a strong anti-human sentiment. Especially when those aliens have already been accused of being Sith spies themselves.
Worse, as Kevi Lavin signed the arrest warrant then he may be one of the judaciaries on the triumvirate.
"As you're considered a potential flight risk, I'm afraid we can't let you leave. You'll have to stay here until the trial. That should be in a few days. Say three or four. You will have a chance to make a PTP call if there is anyone who could serve as a witness in your defense. Now about the collar?" _________________ FLUFFY for President!!!!
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Posted: Fri Jul 08, 2011 1:09 pm Post subject: |
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Tobias shakes his head with a sigh and mutters somethign about respect for elders. He then looks up and asks: "Can I make my PTP call first?" |
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Hellcat Grand Moff
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Posted: Fri Jul 08, 2011 8:27 pm Post subject: |
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"Very well. This way." The constable leads Tobias out of the interogation room. As soon as they depart he is flanked by a pair of rifle toting officers. One of the officer's hands the constable her side arm, which she proceeds to holster. She then leads the way to a smaller room.
"PTP link is in there. I assume you'd like a little privacy," she says as the officers take up position outside the door. _________________ FLUFFY for President!!!!
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Posted: Sat Jul 09, 2011 12:31 am Post subject: |
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Tobias will take a second to gather himself and check out his surroundings. (cameras, security measures, is he still carrying his cane?)
After a quick moment, he will attempt to call his professor friend and find out what, if anything, can be done. |
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Hellcat Grand Moff
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Posted: Sat Jul 09, 2011 1:02 am Post subject: |
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"Hello?" A female voice replies on the other end.
(OOC: He still has his cane) _________________ FLUFFY for President!!!!
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Posted: Sat Jul 09, 2011 9:27 pm Post subject: |
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Tobias clears his throat and tries to sound positive: "Is this the best law professor on Taris?" |
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Hellcat Grand Moff
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Posted: Sat Jul 09, 2011 10:07 pm Post subject: |
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"Who is this?" the woman asks. "I must tell you that prank communications are not appreciated. Nor is this an office of law. If you are seeking an attorney, I suggest looking for one in the directory. I am not a lawyer nor am I a tutor." _________________ FLUFFY for President!!!!
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Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2011 12:07 am Post subject: |
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"No, no, no; it's me...Tobias...from the University." |
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Hellcat Grand Moff
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Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2011 12:42 am Post subject: |
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"Professor Pentag," she says, brightening up a little. "Oh I'm sorry, I should have recgonized your voice. To what do I ow the pleasure of your call. And please don't say you are looking to ask me out on a date because you know that I am not interested in you in that way." _________________ FLUFFY for President!!!!
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Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2011 8:14 am Post subject: |
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Tobias will attempt to take her comment in stride and reply, "No, it's nothing like that I assure you. Actually, I have found myself in a bit of a tight spot and could use your legal expertise." |
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Hellcat Grand Moff
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Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2011 7:12 pm Post subject: |
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"Tight spot?" she says, her voice tinged with concern. "Professor, what exactly have you done?" _________________ FLUFFY for President!!!!
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Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2011 7:37 pm Post subject: |
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"Well, I didn't actually DO anything...It's actually more what they suspect I mght do..."
Tobias hesitates for a moment, and then tells her what he is being accused of before continuing:
"Believe me, I am not who they say I am. I am simply an old guy trying to live a quiet life and enjoy the few years he has left. What is your legal advice? Do I have a chance to prove my innocence, or is my fate sealed?" |
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Hellcat Grand Moff
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Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2011 8:16 pm Post subject: |
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There's a couple minutes of silence, leaving Tobias to wonder if she has cut the link on him. Finally she let's out a low whistle.
"It sounds to me like they don't actually have the evidence to convict you. Well, not under Republic law. But this is Taris and we have to remember who runs things here. Sometimes all they need is just the suggestion of something like this to try someone. And Constable Bastilda is know to be honest, can't say the same about all her agents. If she thinks this of you it won't matter if she's been mislead or not, the judiciaries may think the same.
"Unfortunately for you Taris law doesn't allow you a lawyer in this instance. I've always insisted that the nobels and politicians wrote the law like that to make it easier to convict the witless since in a case of espionage the defendant has to defend themselves. But you may have a bit going for you. If you can argue your innocence you may be set free. I wouldn't hold my breath though. If they really did encounter Sith agents, then the judiciaries probably aren't going to care what you say, their probably going to want to get rid of you already." _________________ FLUFFY for President!!!!
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