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State of Minnesota v. David Clifford
Date: 04-16-2013
Case Number: 02-CR-12-4361
Judge: Lawrence R. Johnson
Court: District Court, Anoka County, Minnesota
Plaintiff's Attorney: Tony Palumbo, Clifford Blair Buccicone
Defendant's Attorney: Frederic K. Bruno
Description:
The State of Minnesota charged former police Sgt. David Clifford, age 48, with first, their and fifth-degree felony assault and batter in conjunction with an altercation between Clifford and Vander Lee in a bar on June 16, 2012.. Clifford hit the victim in the face with the result that he fell backward and hit his head on the floor of the bar. The victim sustained a severe brain injury with the result that he had three brain surgeries that left him unable to recognize himself and cannot retain new memories.
Clifford, who was off duty at the time of the incident, claimed self defense.
Clifford, who was off duty at the time of the incident, claimed self defense.
Outcome:
Defendant was found guilty and faces seven years in prison when sentenced.
Plaintiff's Experts:
Defendant's Experts:
Comments:
Editor's Note: Many people seem not to understand that barroom fights are against the law.
About This Case
What was the outcome of State of Minnesota v. David Clifford?
The outcome was: Defendant was found guilty and faces seven years in prison when sentenced.
Which court heard State of Minnesota v. David Clifford?
This case was heard in District Court, Anoka County, Minnesota, MN. The presiding judge was Lawrence R. Johnson.
Who were the attorneys in State of Minnesota v. David Clifford?
Plaintiff's attorney: Tony Palumbo, Clifford Blair Buccicone. Defendant's attorney: Frederic K. Bruno.
When was State of Minnesota v. David Clifford decided?
This case was decided on April 16, 2013.