Scott Peterson, the convicted killer, made another appearance before a judge via Zoom as part of his ongoing bid for a new trial. His legal team from the Los Angeles Innocence Project is advocating for DNA testing to support their claim that Peterson did not murder his pregnant wife over twenty years ago. They argue that the case warrants further investigation.
Peterson was sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of the murder of his wife, Lacey Peterson, and their unborn child on Christmas Eve in 2002. Having spent the last two decades behind bars, Peterson is seeking to clear his name through new evidence.
During the recent hearing, Peterson's defense team faced setbacks as the judge denied their request for DNA testing on most of the evidence items in question. However, they were granted permission to conduct testing on a piece of duct tape discovered on Lacey's body.
The judge has scheduled a follow-up hearing for July 1st, with Peterson expected to return to court on July 15th for further proceedings. The outcome of these upcoming legal events will be crucial in determining the future of Peterson's quest for a new trial.
As the case continues to unfold, the public remains attentive to the developments surrounding Scott Peterson's legal battle and the pursuit of justice in this long-standing and high-profile case.
