After numerous interruptions in the morning proceedings, Judge Jennifer Dorow proceeded to tell the assembled jury that Darrell Brooks' defense has rested in the Waukesha Christmas parade trial.
After numerous interruptions in the morning proceedings, Judge Jennifer Dorow proceeded to tell the assembled jury that Darrell Brooks' defense has rested in theTo start Monday, Judge Jennifer Dorow asked Brooks if he was going to have more witnesses testify. He indicated, "maybe tomorrow." The judge indicated the only witness she thought might be available would be Brooks' mother, Dawn Woods.
Brooks continued to press the judge for reasons why his request was being denied. The back-and-forth between Brooks and the judge went on for a couple of minutes – and then Judge Dorow send Brooks to the adjacent courtroom – and put the court in recess. When court returned, Brooks interrupted the judge multiple times once again. At that point, she stated Brooks forfeited his right to call any other witnesses.
Judge Dorow then began advising Brooks that he has the right to testify in his own defense, but if he does, he would be cross-examined by the prosecution team. The judge noted Brooks has a brook in from of him during this exchange. Through all of this, Brooks offered no response. The judge said she believed Brooks was "feigning his ability to hear.
Darrell Brooks trial: Brooks fails to answer question about whether he wants to testify in his own defense. This happened after the judge indicated he forfeited his right to call any more witnesses in the case.Judge Dorow then stated Brooks is potentially forfeiting his right to testify on his own behalf. Brooks was going to be given one more opportunity to respond to the judge's questions. If he fails to answer her questions, by his actions alone, the judge said the forfeiture would happen.
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