The trial of Darrell Brooks, accused of killing six and injuring more than 60 last November by driving through a holiday parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin, attracted national attention because Brooks chose to defend himself just days before proceedings began Monday, Oct. 3, 2022. He also withdrew his insanity plea only a few weeks beforehand.
Experts from University of Wisconsin Law School have provided commentary and insights during the trial, which became so disruptive that the judge has moved Brooks to a separate courtroom to participate virtually. Below is a listing of UW Law experts and associated media coverage.
Keith Findley
Keith Findley, a professor of law, is an expert in evidence, wrongful convictions, criminal procedure, and law and forensic science.
Media Coverage
- Brooks Removed From Court, Experts Weigh in on Trial Expectations – WKOW
- As Darrell Brooks Jr.'s Trial Moves Forward, Experts Weigh in on What's Happened So Far – Wisconsin Public Radio
- Accused driver in Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy wants to represent himself. Here's what that could mean for the upcoming trial. – Wisconsin Public Radio
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What's Happened So Far With the Waukesha Parade Trial? – Urban Milwaukee
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Darrell Brooks Jr. Trial: State to Conclude its Case Wednesday – Wisconsin Public Radio
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How Darrell Brooks' Behavior Throughout His Trial Could Impact His Fate - WKOW 27 News
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Legal Expert Explains What a 'Sovereign Citizen' is and Why the Argument Doesn't Stand in Court – WXOW
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Can a Reddit Post Impact the Darrell Brooks Case? – Newsweek
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Will Darrell Brooks Jr. Seek to Overturn His Conviction? Experts Say a Successful Appeal is Unlikely – Wisconsin Public Radio
John Gross
John Gross, a clinical associate professor and the director of the Public Defender Project, is an expert on criminal defense practice, defense ethics and public defense systems.
Media Coverage
- Legal Expert: Brooks Cannot Fall Back on Lack of Legal Knowledge in Waukesha Parade Trial – Spectrum News 1
- John Gross Comments: Would Proposal to End Cash Bail Have Kept Parade Suspect in Jail? – Politifact
- Legal Expert: Brooks' Opening Statement 'To Be Quite Argumentative' – Spectrum News 1
- Expert Was 'Shocked' as Darrell Brooks' Trial Began Thursday – Spectrum News 1
- Man Charged in Parade Killings Removes Shirt Before Openings – NBC 15
- Expert: Darrell Brooks Trial 'May Still Take a While' – Spectrum News 1
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Darrell Brooks Trial: What is defendant's 'Theory of Defense?' – Fox6 News
- What One Legal Expert Will Remember Most From the Darrell Brooks Jr. Trial – Spectrum News 1
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Darrell Brooks' Sentencing: What to Expect – Fox6 News
- What to Watch for at Darrell Brooks' Sentencing this Week – Spectrum News 1
Ion Meyn
Ion Meyn, an assistant professor, is an expert on criminal process, wrongful convictions, race and procedure, and use of force.
Media Coverage
- Darrell Brooks Defending Himself a 'Lose-Lose' Situation, Expert Says – Fox 6 News, Milwaukee
- As Darrell Brooks Jr.'s Trial Moves Forward, Experts Weigh in on What's Happened So Far – Wisconsin Public Radio
- What's Happened So Far With the Waukesha Parade Trial? – Urban Milwaukee
- Will Darrell Brooks Jr. Seek to Overturn His Conviction? Experts Say a Successful Appeal is Unlikely – Wisconsin Public Radio
Adam Stevenson
Adam Stevenson, clinical professor and director of the Frank J. Remington Center (home to several clinical projects), is an expert on criminal sentencing, federal sentencing, and appellate advocacy and procedure.
Media Coverage
Submitted by Law School News on November 18, 2022
This article appears in the categories: Faculty, In the Media
Related employee profiles: Keith A. Findley, John Gross, Ion Meyn, Adam Stevenson
