While prosecutors pushed for prison time, and Dean's defense lobbied for probation, the courtroom saw a mayor and council member admonished, and a man taken into custody for refusing to take an oath.
Attorneys did finish calling witnesses, and will make their closing arguments Monday, before the jury deliberates on a sentence thatDean came back to court Friday appearing tired following his first night in jail. He was more emotional than during the first phase of the trial, often holding back tears during testimony that was all about him.
Dean's defense started by bringing a friend from church, complimentary of his musical talents and annual Christmas play production. Another family church acquaintance described him as respectful, approachable, and someone who led by example. Before testimony stated Friday, Fort Worth city council member Chris Nettles was called into the courtroom. Deputes locked the door, keeping most members of the public and media from seeing what happened next in front of Judge Gallagher.
Judge Gallagher asked Parker if she knew she was under a gag order, and asked her to confirm she was an attorney, then quickly cut her off from saying anything before telling her she was to refrain from any more comments until the sentence was delivered and the jury dismissed. When Gallagher asked Mata to take an oath to tell the truth, Mata objected, asking"Under what authority?"
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