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Goldman Lawyer May Testify Against OJ

Attorney for murder victim's kin may speak to OJ's state of mind

By Rob Quinn,  Newser Staff

Posted Sep 24, 2008 8:06 AM CDT

(Newser) – OJ Simpson's past murder trial dramatically resurfaced in his armed robbery hearing yesterday as prosecutors sought to question a lawyer for the family of murder victim Ron Goldman, CNN reports. The prosecution argued that David Cook—who has aggressively pursued Simpson's assets—could testify as to Simpson's state of mind and possible motivation at the time of the alleged Las Vegas robbery.

OJ's defense said Cook would only prejudice the jury by dredging up the murders of Goldman and Simpson's ex wife. Simpson was acquitted of the 1994 murders, but found liable in a civil trial brought by Goldman's family. The judge will decide today if Cook can testify.

OJ Simpson listens as his armed robbery trial continues yesterday in Las Vegas.
OJ Simpson listens as his armed robbery trial continues yesterday in Las Vegas.   (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, POOL)
Prosecution witness David Cook speaks in court yesterday.
Prosecution witness David Cook speaks in court yesterday.   (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, POOL)
OJ Simpson reacts during his trial  yesterday in Las Vegas. Simpson faces 12 charges, including felony kidnapping, armed robbery and conspiracy.
OJ Simpson reacts during his trial yesterday in Las Vegas. Simpson faces 12 charges, including felony kidnapping, armed robbery and conspiracy.   (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, Pool)
OJ Simpson speaks with court officers at his trial yesterday.
OJ Simpson speaks with court officers at his trial yesterday.   (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, POOL)
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