New Evidence in SBF Case: Caroline Ellison's Notes

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#1Sep 23, 2017, 08:31 AM
Looks like Sam Bankman-Fried is in deeper trouble. Prosecutors wanna use Caroline Ellison's notes against him for the case.
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#2Sep 23, 2017, 01:30 PM
Can personal notes really count as evidence though? Seems like hearsay since it’s her opinion, not solid proof.
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#3Sep 23, 2017, 05:07 PM
It’s wild. Did the DOJ even gather enough evidence against him? Seems like they’re relying on this handwritten stuff.
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#4Sep 23, 2017, 05:21 PM
But if she's testifying, that could hold weight. Diaries can reveal important info about their meetings, right? Maybe it could count as evidence.
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#5Sep 26, 2017, 12:13 AM
There are two scenarios for Sam. Either he cooperates, takes a plea deal, or goes to trial and risks a heavy sentence.
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#6Sep 26, 2017, 03:10 PM
Now it seems like Caroline is turning on him. She’s trying to save herself while Sam ends up taking the heat.
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#7Sep 26, 2017, 09:16 PM
Seriously, how did he not see the risks? He could still get off with a lighter sentence if he plays it right.
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#8Sep 27, 2017, 01:47 AM
I get why she’s doing this. If I were in her shoes, I’d probably cooperate too. SBF needs to stop acting innocent.
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#9Sep 27, 2017, 06:13 AM
Lol, leaking your girlfriend's diary? That strategy backfired big time. Now it’s a mess for him.
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#10Sep 29, 2017, 02:15 AM
Agreed, he’s in jail now and this trial could mean more time for him. It’s a disaster.
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#11Sep 29, 2017, 05:14 AM
From what I see, he could face serious time because the charges are hefty. A plea deal might be his best bet.
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#12Sep 29, 2017, 07:49 AM
Let’s see where he ends up locked up. Some prisons are way cushier than others.
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#13Sep 29, 2017, 08:38 AM
Yeah, but in the US, prison can be a business. There are places even for minor offenders that aren’t so bad.
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#14Sep 29, 2017, 09:23 AM
Exactly, if you’re rich and corrupt, you might get some perks even in prison.
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#15Sep 29, 2017, 01:35 PM
Politics are involved here. With upcoming elections, they might want to keep this case in the limelight for some use.
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#16Sep 29, 2017, 02:20 PM
But not every issue can be handled with bribes. Public opinion and political risks come into play.
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#17Sep 30, 2017, 12:06 PM
If Caroline testifies, her notes might not even hold up. They need something more concrete to tie SBF to the crimes.
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#18Sep 30, 2017, 02:41 PM
Yeah, if their stories clash, neither will hold weight without more evidence. It could get messy.
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#19Sep 30, 2017, 06:04 PM
You’re right. If SBF tries to discredit her, it could backfire. Why would he even share that evidence?
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#20Sep 30, 2017, 08:22 PM
The prosecution will be careful. If they slip on even one charge, it could screw up the whole case.
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