Ken Everett
Live from the courtroom: One of Dale Hausner’s attorneys made a startling announcement this afternoon when told the judge that the Serial Shooter suspect’s defense will likely end sometime in February. That assessment from defense attorney Ken Everett is a far shorter one than any he’s made in the past. Previously, he told the judge that the defense of Hausner would be extensive and could last months, keeping the case going through Easter.
But just a few minutes ago, Judge Roland Steinle asked Everett for a rough schedule of witnesses, since the prosecution is expected to rest tomorrow morning. Everett told Steinle that several defense witnesses will testify next week and early the week after. Then, Hausner himself will likely take the stand in his own defense the first week of February. After that, another witness or two may be called to wrap up the case, but otherwise, Hausner’s side of the story will be over.
The jury, it seems, may get the chance to decide Hausner’s guilt or innocence beginning next month.