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Cody Posey killed his father, stepmother & stepsister.
He shot them in the head with a .38 caliber gun.
His father was the ranch foreman for
ABC News Correspondent Sam Donaldson.

Cody has testified to years of physical & mental abuse.
His father burned him with a welding iron for not having "sex" with his stepmother.
This was his breaking point.

Witnesses & Evidence has been presented to collaborate
his story.

Should Cody be aquitted of the 3, 1st degree murder
charges?

You can read, "Cody Posey Teen Murder" on the Crime Site.
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art39719.asp

Vicki L. Forte'
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I am follwing the trial.
I hope he is acquitted. Many people are in support
of Cody. He looks tired and worn out today.

Dr. Meyers for the prosecution has forgotten he is a
human being and was a 14 yr old boy.

In New Mexico they call Grisham, Janet Reno's twin sister.
Now I know why.

Pinklillies

Hey Pink!

I have been keeping a close watchful eye on this trial.
Sometimes I waiver back and forth, but not with this one.

I'm with you. I want Cody to be acquitted. He is in
need of intense therapy. Marilea's father, is able to
forgive him for the death of his daughter, so....

I believe Grisham may have taken it alittle too far
today. If she doesn't watch it - there will be a
"mistrial." She came pretty close to it today.

When Cody's lawyer got finished with Dr. Meiers,
didn't he look quite foolish? That happened in a
matters of minutes. Bam - 1,2,3!

Cody, did look tired. I can't even begin to fathom
what his head feels like at the end of the day.
"What are his thoughts?"

Well, glad you stopped by - come back and visit -
Don't be a stranger.

Vicki L. Forte'
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Well, Cody Posey had a rough day in Court, yesterday.
He was called "Murderer" over and over, again.
The Judge has warned Grisham, but does she listen?
No!

Cody's attorney, didn't not Object.
Why? He was Sleeping.

Hopefully, the fight will be about fairplay, today.
Will report you some facts later.

Have A Good One.

Vicki L. Forte'
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This young boy is in a fight of his life.
And, his attorney fell asleep, took a nap, while
the prosecutor was screeching, "murderer."

Pinklillies <img src="/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />

Well, Closing Arguments were heard today.

Grisham, probably did what most expected.
She rambled on and on and on. She literally mocked
all allegations/evidence of "abuse."

This was after 34 witnesses, came to testify on Cody's
behalf. We're talking about School Teachers, Bible School
Teachers, Family, Neighbors and the list goes on.

She has overplayed her hand through out this entire
process. At times, I'm sure she left a bad taste in
the Jury's mouth.

Mitchell, seem to come from a deeper thought,
which works. You've heard of
"Give a person enough rope and let them hang themselves."

When you know your opponent, or like kind --
they'll do it.

And, if I was facing what Cody is facing --
I would have been glad to have Mitchell Representing me.
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Well, here's the bottom line.

The Jury has 4 options. They can convict Cody on
(1) 1st degree murder
(2) 2nd degree murder
(3) voluntary manslaughter, or an
(4) acquittal on all counts

I have watched alot of trials. I read the sad stories
of true crime everyday. But, Cody Posey & his situation
has moved me and touched my heart in ways I can't explain.

I do not condone violence or murder. And, I don't have
a Genie in a bottle, with magic to make it go away.

But if I did....

I can't help it but I want Cody Posey to go home.

You feel free to post your opposing views, or any
comments or thoughts.

Have A Great Day!

Vicki L. Forte'
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While watching bits & pieces of the trial, I thought the prosecutors have no clue about abused children. They point out every lie this boy ever told--abused children do lie--every day when they say they're "Fine" is a lie. And, the knee-jerk reaction of an abused child is to lie to avoid the abuse.

The stories of abuse brought forth are in all likelihood a fraction of what actually occurred. If his father did all this to him in public, imagine what really happened at home. Abused children rarely "report" their abuse. It is idiotic to think they would--for one thing, this man proved to him that he could not escape: He dragged him back from his mother's funeral!

And, as to the stepsister, which nobody seems to understand, she was part of the abuse--she was paid to rat him out. I'm not blaming her in any way or saying she deserved to die, but in Cody's eyes, it was "them" versus him. She was part of "them".

Of course he wasn't rationalizing his actions, he was solving a problem the only way he knew how to solve it. He was raised with brutality and violence. His lawyer was right when he said Cody was a Prisoner of War. That's exactly what it's like, and to expect rational behavior is just silly. He has no idea what rational looks like!

Those shrinks saying he was a borderline psychopath or however they categorized it--the kid was raised in a pyschopath training camp!

It is tragic that this happened and I'm not very often on the side of the defendant in murder trials, but I'd vote for acquittal and hopefully he will find a good home and some good therapy.

Hey Deborah,

Cody Posy, has a world of support. It extends across
the 4 corners.

The child was tortured to say the least. I agree with
every point you made.

His father and stepmother, cursed him beyond cruelty
with their 4 letter words. Just to hear those words
ripped thru my heart. Oh My!

The physical acts of violence - unbelievable!
"Paul connected a hay hook to Cody's private
genitalia and scrotum." He threaten to rip it off.

Worked him in 102 degree weather and sun, all day long.
And, wouldn't give him water. The ranch hands had to
sneak it to him.

There was much abuse. But, there's one thing for
sure & there is no doubt in my mind. Delbert Paul Posey
hated his son.

And, I bet living with his stepsister was like walking on
egg shells. The psychological torture. The power she
dangled over him.

Cody Pody is a Pandora's Box.
If we ever find the key to really unlock
all those hidden & buried deeply secrets,
that went on at the Sam Donaldson ranch...

Thanks for stopping in.

Have A Great Day!

Vicki L. Forte'
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Just checking in...

Court TV has been focusing on the highlights of
Cody's trial.

They've spoken with several of the alternate jurors.
From their personal viewpoints - they are torn between
voluntary manslaughter and acquittal.

Everybody is in agreement, that
Cody Posey needs Intensive Therapy.

There was other evidence of Incest, which the Judge
would not allow to be introduced.

The Jury was not privy to the knowledge, that
Cody's Grandmother had shot and killed her husband,
due to his physical and mental abuse.
Then, killed herself.

Delbert Paul Posey, was probably repeating a
vicious cycle, that he himself had grown up in.

Well, that's it for now. I'll keep you posted.

Vicki L. Forte'
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Geez! I just read that he was convicted of murder for the stepmother & stepsister & voluntary manslaughter for his dad.

Wonder when sentencing will be? I think the judge can decide whether to sentence him as an adult or as a child.

Yep! The Judge is Cody's last bit of hope in this
courtroom process.

Cody was found guilty -

(1) 1st degree murder: Marilea, the stepsister
(2) 2nd degree murder: Tryone, the stepmother
(3) involuntary manslaughter: Delbert Paul, his father
(4) convicted of 4 counts of tampering with evidence

1st degree murder, carries life with parole in 30 years.
2nd degree murder, carries 20 years maximum

Cody broke down as they read the verdict.
The tears, the pain, the hurt, the misery.
Many seen it--alot of people witnessed it.
But, most folks don't know pain like that.
They couldn't even begin to fathom what that child
lived through everyday.

So, that's where it stands right now.
In 30 days or less, there will be a disposition
hearing. I'll keep you abreast.

Today, give your Children a Hug. Tell them that
you love them for no reason. Tell them how smart
they are. Tell them you are happy they were born.
Just, tell them, tell them, tell them. All the things
they need to hear, to feel loved, safe and wanted in
this world.

Have A Beautiful Day!

Vicki L. Forte'
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Hi,

I am new to this forum. Can Cody appeal to Federal Court or any other courts? Can the court appoint him a new lawyer?

I saw the news that they convicted him last night. I couldn't stop crying.

Hi ARD!

And, Welcome to the Forum.

Yes, Cody has the promise of future Appeals to be made.

Hopefully, the Judge will sentence him as a juvenile.
Then, he can be released at the age of twenty-one (21).

If, the Judge will show him this kind of mercy.
There will be no need for an appeal and no need for
a new lawyer.

I've had tears falling from my heart all day today.
I'm stunned. I'm shocked. I'm sad. And, I'm angry.

I'm angry, because there is child abuse in this world.
That's what I'm angry about.

Let me ask you this? You think Cody should get himself
a new attorney? Where do you think Mitchell went wrong?

I'm glad you decided to join us.
I look forward to your response.

Vicki L. Forte'
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Hi Vicki,

To tell you the truth, I have no idea why jury was not convinced when they heard 40 witnesses who said the same thing, that Cody's father abused him. I don't blame Mitchell but just thought may be another lawyer would have used some other tactics in the case and the jury would have been convinced.

Do you think that the Judge will sentence him as a juvenile? I hope he does.

Anuja

Hey Anuja,

To be completely honest, I never thought it would
go this far. I don't know what the Judge will do.

Mitchell, had better get busy foreal.
This morning on Court TV he stated, that he wanted
to delay sentencing for 90 days, instead of 30 days.

You know when the Jury was in deliberation & requested
the tape of Cody's confession. I got really scared!
He was interrogated without Counsel.

I don't care if you are completely Innocent of
the Crime, that is really a bad idea.

I can say this, I feel the Judge was fair
and he favored Mitchell's side.

When the Judge was deciding who he was going to rule
in favor of--He didn't cave into Grisham's --
Murderer Murderer Cody Posey, type stuff.
He killed 3 innocent people, kind of antics.

But, wasn't this really a painful trial to watch!
Everyone, I have talked to has cried or enraged.

I'm keeping my eyes & ears open.
Let me know what you see & hear.
Just Post your Thoughts/Opinions.

Vicki L. Forte'
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I agree with everyone who has posted in the forum.
I cannot believe Cody was convicted so harshly.

I've been crying too. Everyone was talking about
this at work today. I'm a Supervisor at a Drug & Alcohol
Rehabilitation Center.

I also deal with children who have suffered severe
abuse. What do you say? As someone stated earlier,
let's all pray Cody will be sentenced as a juvenile.
Enough damage has been done.

Pinklilles

I'm saddened and deeply troubled by the lack of compassion given to children in society.
Children are not being listened to. They scream out for help and there are few people who care. I hear more sympathy and compassion for women who kill their babies because of post partum depression. A child like Cody who defends himself against his abusers recievs more abuse from the system.
I am sick over this. I don't understand.

Hello Cinders,

And, welcome to the Forum. I am so glad you joined us.

You sound like a person right after my own heart.
I'm with you.

I don't understand it, either.
Children are not being listened to.

Not only is there more compassion given to Women
who kill their babies, but look at all the compassion
given to the women who kill their "abusers."

She's shed in the light as a heroine...she's heroic.

Could you believe, these grown adults saying to the
Nation, as we watched "How come Cody didn't find a way
out of there?"

A boy/a child? In the remote surroundings in which he
lived. He screamed, he yelled, he hollered, he pleaded,
he begged. And no one listened.

And, what is really so sad. Right now,
there is many other Cody Posey situations going on.
And, there are millions of adults standing by watching.

You know what they're saying, "I'm not going to get involved."

I do not condone violence. I do not condone murder.
But, the human mind was not meant for psychological
torture. Nor, the human body made for that type of
abuse.

Let's pray, that Cody will be sentenced as a child.
And, let's pray that he will get the Intensive Therapy
which he so desperately needs.

It's been a pleasure talking to you.
Hope to hear from you again.
So don't be a stranger.

Have A Happy Day!

Vicki L. Forte'
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Hello Vicki,

Thank you for the welcome!!

You are correct, there are many abused children. I have reported abuse before and if I find it again I will report
it again. I want to be be involved when I see a child being abused. I have three kid's, there is no need to abuse a child. Even at a childs most irritating moment I can't see being abusive.

Children are precious gifts from God! They are meant to be loved,cherished, and treasured.

Children are little inexperienced and immature people learning to be adults. If a child is taught that all his actions bring a violent consequence, how can he comprhend the reality of his actions good or bad??

There has to be something that can be done to help these children.

I have been praying for Cody since I first heard of his story. It is my hope that he is sentenced as a child and gets the Intensive Therapy he needs. It's not too late for him. He deserves to know what being loved feel's like.

Take care,

Louisa

Dear Louisa,

Your words were penned & spoken so eloquently.
I couldn't have said them any better.

For anyone who would like to report a case of
Child Abuse, I will provide you with this number:

National Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)
Available 24 Hours A Day

*they receive calls from & throughout the United States,
Canada, U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam & Puerto Rico.

*they are staffed with Professional Counselors,
who have access to a database of thousands of
emergency, social services & support resources.

THE CALL IS FREE - no cost
THE CALL IS ANONYMOUS - no name

We have to protect these children, our children
and this is a good way to start.

I'll talk to everyone soon. If anyone hears anything
new about Cody Posey, please come and tell us. If anyone
just needs support -- we're here. Just drop right on in.

Until then....

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

Hey.. Vicki i was wondering.. How could they sentence him as an adult?..i mean he commited the crime when he was 14. and isnt that make him conserderd a juvenile?..

Hey Trisha,

Welcome to the forum, so glad you joined us!

To answer your question -- It's really about the way
"New Mexico Law" is written concerning a charge of
1st degree murder. HOWEVER, seeing that Cody Posey
is still 16 years old, Judge Count does have discretion
as to whether he will sentence him as an Adult or Juvenile.

On February 20, 2006
Cody's sentencing hearing is scheduled to begin.
This is a shocker. No explaination has been given
to Why so soon, but I'm sure there is a Very Good
reason.

During the sentencing hearing, the Judge will listen
to more testimony from psychologists, pre-sentencing
evaluations, witnesses, etc. Even the Jurors want
to make impact states, on Cody's behalf.

They seem to be very distraught, that Cody is facing
50 years. They didn't know this prior to deliberations.

Letters from Sweden, New Zealand, Canada & all over the
world have poured into New Mexico requesting Cody be
sentenced as a juvenile. He has support from everywhere.

Also, on Feb. 20th @ 8:00 am. a Rally for Cody will
be held in front of the Otero County Courthouse.

On Feb. 19th - a candlelight vigil will take place.
People from all over the world are flocking in droves
to New Mexico.

If you cannot attend, they are asking Everyone to burn
a candle for Cody on that day. "I've Got Mine's!"

February 20th is President's Day. This is not a legal
holiday for New Mexico. I will try & keep everyone
posted, but Court TV will not air Monday's hearing.

Well, we are down to the wire.
If I only had one more wish, I'd spend it right here.
I would truly make this all go away.

Alright, let's keep the faith.
You all find anything out, let me know.
And, I'll keep you posted.

Have a good one.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

Hey Louisa!

What a beautiful way to end my day.
Coming to the forum and looking into the eyes of
such a "beautiful baby."

Ooh...

If anybody else would like to post pictures of their
children, grandchildren, pet or something that is most
treasured to you, then feel free to do so.

I'm so glad you guys have joined the Forum.
It's a real pleasure talking to you all.

Vicki L. Forte'
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Gary Mitchell spoke with Jamie Floyd on Court TV Friday.
They are going on with the sentencing phase so quickly,
because Cody is without rehabilitation.

The facility he's at provides no therapy etc.

Mr. Mitchell, stated he has rec'd faxes, e-mails from
North Africa, Alaska & everywhere. He also has opened
up 4 add'tl phone lines in his office. Folks are calling
from everywhere in support of Cody.

I heard right out of his mouth, that he will take
buckets of these letters written on Cody's behalf
to Judge Count.

Mitchell, seemed very optimistic that Cody could be
sentenced as a juvenile. He would remain locked up
til 21, then spend time in half way houses with continued
therapy. And, therapy is something that can not be
overlooked for Cody. We have to remember he has killed
a total of 3 people. And, not 3 strangers.

He's got alot of deep seeded issues to work out.
The sooner the better.

In the sentencing phase, evidence which wasn't allowed
can be introduced. The generational abuse, within his family.
The "sex" stuff and more can come out in Cody's favor.

Send up a Prayer for Judge Counts. He always seemed to
want to go with the argument of Mitchell for Cody.

Let's pray for his strength on this.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

thank you Vicki.. that stinks that Court TV isn't going to show the sentencing and hearings on Monday.. Hopfully it will be on during the week. I guess i am just going to have to tape everything during the day because I have school. I will DEFINATLY burn more than 1 candle for cody on Sunday!.

Hey Trisha!

Many people must have emailed Court TV --
because they have announced, they are
airing Cody's trial.

So, get your VCR or DVR ready.
I couldn't even fathom, why they wouldn't do this.
They have been following this story from beginning.

I couldn't imagine why CTV would want to miss out
on such an important event -- breaking news.

If you are anywhere near a computer, then keep an
eye on the forum if you can. I will periodically
bring you and others--facts, updates as they are made
available to me.

The sentencing hearing is scheduled to begin on
Court TV at 11:00 am.

What do you think Judge Count will do?
Do you think he's leaning closer to sentencing Cody as
an Adult or a Juvenile?

Does anybody have a thought or a feeling, as to what
Judge Count is leaning towards?

I'll be glad when this is over. When his decision is
finally made.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

thank you SO much Vicki. Well as practically like everyone else i am leaning towards juvenile. But i live in Iowa which is no where near New Mexico and i am also 14 years old and have NO idea on the laws in New Mexico. I am so glad it is on Court Tv.. Thank you for the frequent updates and announcements!.

Happy Sunday To Everyone!

Today is the Candlelight Vigil for Cody Posey.
I have my candle burning as I type these very words.
I will try and find you some details about the mood
of the crowd and the happenings going on there.
So hold tight.... tomorrow is almost here.

Cody Posey is blessed to have so many supporters,
at a time like this.

He's real fortunate to have his own peers support him
with their "voice." Their voices can be heard across
many miles of our world, including -- Iowa.

It's truly nice to be supported by your peers!

Let's Light A Candle For Cody, Today.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

I just looked on the Court TV website at the TV schedule for tomorrow [monday] and it doesnt have the trial things on. So was this decision last minute and they are going to cancel the shows tomorrow and air the trail?.. it said Cody's Trial will resume on Tuesday..

Hey Trisha,

Yes, the decision came after they rec'd a tremendous
amount of e-mails.

Court TV announced they will be airing Cody's
sentencing hearing at 11:00am EST.

There aren't any trials listed on their website,
for Monday, because of the holiday & Cody's
will be the only one aired. He is the exception.

I will keep everyone posted as to what is going on.

Vicki L. Forte'
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Hey Trisha,

I just had an "after thought."

Let me, make sure Court TV is making this
Sentencing Hearing, affordable for the entire public.

Sometimes, they stream cases only on "CourtTV extra.
Meaning, you have to pay $5.95 with a Visa, Mastercard.
Let me go investigate this. If this is so, I'm a member.
I will watch and report, but let me go find out.

Be right back.

Vicki L. Forte'
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oh..ok thank you Vicki!..

thank you for looking up all this stuff for me! I really appreciate it..

Okay Trisha,

It's as my "after thought" had suspected.
Everyone can watch Cody's sentencing hearing
IF they subscribe to CourtTV extra.

CourtTV extra, cost $5.95 for a membership.
You must have a Visa or Mastercard to subscribe.
You get a free 30 day trial period.
Then, every month CourtTV will automatically take out
$5.95 of your Visa/MC.
However, at anytime you can cancel.

But, like I said -- I will be WATCHING.
CourtTV will resume on Tuesday, with regular scheduling
and viewing of Cody's sentencing hearing.

This is how it stands right now.
I don't know what could change between tonight
and in the morning.

But, I'm going to be Watching!

You Have A Great Day At School Tomorrow.

Vicki L. Forte'
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thanks so much.. Please fill me in sometime tomorrow. I will check here after school. I will just tape it on Court TV Tuesday. Thanks again so much!

Hey Trisha,

No problem... members of the forum like you, make it
all worthwhile!

Thanks.

Vicki
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Vicki.. I forgot i didnt have school today because of President's Day.. If i signed up for the Court Tv Extra today AFTER the sentencing trial started airing on there.. will i still be able to watch it?.. or does it take 24 hours to activate your account? .. because i have a dentist appiontment the same time it is starting..

Trisha,

As soon as you sign up -- You can Immediately begin watching.

Once, your payment has been processed & approved,
your account is automatically activated.

It normally takes just a matter of minutes.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

I signed up for Court Tv Extra.. are you watching it LIVE now?..because when mine gets done loading it just says ready?..

its working now.. so since this is on Court Tv Extra. It will also be avaliable to see after it is live right Vicki?..

I'm not understanding what you are meaning?
But, if you are watching the trial-- then you are
now a member of courttv extra.

They only show certain trials. This is not regular
courttv programming. Meaning you won't be able to view
everything, that runs on CourtTV television.

Did that answer your question?

But, everyday there is a trial you can watch.
You can even watch past trials, that you've missed.

Vicki
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I would like to share with you all a letter I sent to Judge Counts via Mr. Mitchell in support of Cody:

Dear Mr. Mitchell:

This letter is in reference to Cody Posey. I have been a foster mother, in which I helped abused children. When those children came to me, I cried over the frightened looks in their eyes. Cody had the same frightened look in his eyes.

Now that the jury has found him guilty, this sends out a message to all children in New Mexico, who are being abused. This message tells those poor children that it will do them no good to report being abused. This message tells these children that it is alright for an adult to abuse them, attempt or even rape them and the system will be on the side of the adult who commits such a horrible crime. Abuse even to an adult is hard to live with. You have a fear that goes beyond reason. If you think about reporting the abuse or try to run away, you fear that your abuser will find you and the punishment will be worse than before. I understood Cody�s reason for doing what he did, if you can call it reason. After everything that Cody's father did to him, if his father could get away with trying to make him have sex with his step-mother, what would stop his father from making him have sex with his step-sister or even worse, what would stop his father from trying to make Cody have sex with him? So many things go through your mind. The fear takes over and there is absolutely no reasoning in those thoughts. I am sure the only thing Cody could do was try to stop any more from happening to him, any way he could.

Cody was never in serious trouble. He was made a slave in his own home. He was abused from the time he was an infant. Now, it looks as if the State of New Mexico will continue that abuse. Cody will live with the abuse the rest of his life and Cody will also live with the fact that he killed three people the rest of his life. I pray that the Judge will see all of this and give Cody mercy in his sentencing.

Children learn by what they live. Children are our future. Cody needs compassion now more than ever.


Respectfully Submitted,

Hello Everybody,

Court has taken a 15 minute recess.
Here's an update on what has happened with Cody.

Mitchell and Grisham had gone up to bat.

Grisham, the prosecutor has stated, that Cody is
beyond rehabilitation. She told Judge Count, that he
is not treatable -- "There is no place on this planet,"
that could possibly rehabilitate him. In other words,
he is just alittle monster.

Grisham, reminded the Judge, that if Cody was 3 years
older and had killed Marilea, because she would have
been a witnessed, then there would be no question
about him being sentenced as an adult.
Plus, he would be getting the death penalty.

She reminded the Judge, that she spent 30 years
dealing with & advocating for Abused children.
All children cannot be saved. And, unfortunately
Cody cannot. Why? He is a psychopath.


Mitchell, stated "Thank God everyone doesn't feel
the same way as Grisham does." "I have rec'd thousands
of emails and letters."

Then, he goes on to tell Judge Count about the letters
from the 6 Jurors asking for Cody to be sentenced as
a child, about the letters from NM, across the World etc.

The people within Cody's community have emailed Mitchell
stating they would adopt him. Mitchell, has rec'd 100's
from within NM & outside of NM, saying the very same thing.

He reminds the court not to dismiss the fact, that Cody's
Abusers were psychopaths. He discusses the Abuse, what
type of abuse, etc.

He quotes court cases, as to why Cody should be, must be
sentenced as a child. He states, that he will bring in
therapists proving, that Cody is treatable and has already responded to treatment, etc.

What was so Funny -- Grisham tried to get weepy
& alittle choked up when she was pleading to Judge Count,
not to let Cody back out on the streets for the Publics Safety.

To me that was like trying to watch Charles Manson.

Okay, let me get back.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

yes it did ..thank you

Hey Katy Bug!

Welcome to the Forum -- And, thanks for sharing!

When you see the "fright" in Cody's eyes, what kind of
fright are you now seeing? Are you seeing the fright of
my life is completely destroyed, it's gone, it's over?

Or do you see deeply in his eyes, that he sees only more
abuse to come? Because, if he stays in the environment
he is currently residing & living in -- he's got a brand
new kind of neverending abuse.

"And you talking about the message."
I am so tired of hearing grown adults say,
"What kind of message is this going to send to KIDS -- That, it is okay to kill your parents."

The message should be easily understood by now.
"Parents quit abusing your children."
And, this was not everyday normal abuse -- but then
again it was. You work with abused kids, so you know.
Children are abused like this, everyday of the week.
They are not putting up with it anymore.

It's like the battered woman. They are fighting back.
With guns and bullets. Where are they getting the guns
and bullets? From moms and dads.

Okay, I know I've said alot.
Thanks for sharing your words & Welcome to The Forum.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

Round 2

After the 15 minute recess, Grisham put on her witnesses.
Even though, they made me mad enough to literally want
to spit. Everytime, they opened their mouthes they gave
more credence as to Why Cody should be sentenced as a
juvenile.

Chris Clementis - Paul Posey's life long friend.
They grew up together and was raised the same exact way.
And, he didn't consider this to be "abuse."
Okay, so we don't have to go any further with that.
He talked alot of great words. He used the appropriate
lawyer language, but the more he spoke the more he buried
himself in a pile of manure. He completely became a
very good witness on Cody's behalf.

Verlin Posey's Wife, stated Cody is unremorseful.
"He didn't steal candy from a baby. I ask that you
give my nephew a lifetime in a maximum security prison."

It's up in the air, as to whether she & her husband will
be hauled in court on perjury charges when this is all
over with, because they have told so many lies. Plus,
they went into the home and burned evidence.

Marliea's Grandfather, called Cody a "molester" and
so many other filthy names, the camera zoomed in on
Judge Count and his face was sickened.
Now his words were the best ones so far as to why
Cody should be sentenced as a juvenile.

When, they finished with Cody -- he was Raped & Abused,
all over, again.

Gotta go, the clock on the wall,
saids Court is in Session.
I'll be back.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

Round 3

Just a few more witnesses for the prosecution.

Cody's cousin spoke. He had his 5 minutes of fame.
Basically, said Cody couldn't have been abused, because
they were raised the same way. They were both disciplined
the same exact way. And, if Cody had ever been abused,
then Cody would have told him. Plus, Cody had a
trampoline and a PLAYSTATION, how could he claim Abuse?

Dr. Sosa, the psych doctor has been on the stand.
Now, he's really scary. Did you all know, that by
the time you are 5 years old, your personality has
been set in place. What you are at that age, is what
you will be at age 40, age 50. Isn't that interesting.

We he finished describing psychopathic tendencies
I wondered if I was one. Don't get scared.
And, don't laugh -- cause I wondered if the entire
world was one. Leave it to him and his diagnosis.

Just as foolish as he sounded -- is as foolish as
Gary Mitchell made him look under cross examination.

Sometimes, I truly believe people say things just
to hear themselves talk.

He believes Cody was a psychopath by the age of 5.
Do you think Cody might have had a few problems,
after witnessing the domestic violence demonstrated
towards him mother? Do you think Cody might have had
a few issues trying to protect his "blind sister" from
the cross fires of domestic violence occurring in the
home. I know he was only 3 to 4 years old, but....

Grisham, is smiling like she has conquered Rome.
You can see the sense of Joy on her face.
I don't know how she could possibly as a human being
find any solace, that a young 16 year old -- may be
spending the rest of his life in a prison.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

that was all very interresting today.. i watched it on Court Tv extra.. Grisham was trying to say how Cody is a pyschopath.. but the pyschologist there said " Not every murderer is a pyhschopath".. that was wierd.. but pretty interesting..i cant believe there were even letters of people saying they would adopt cody.. " The cost of the governor's air plane, is more money than how much it is to help abused children"..that is one of the quotes i wrote down from when Mr.Mitchell was telling about the laws of abused children in New Mexico

Watching trials on CourtTV extra is very different
than viewing them on regular CTV programming.

Doctors, today are labelling & using the diagnosis
sociopath and psychopath, very differently & much
more freely, than it was used 30 to 40 years, ago.

Gary Mitchell, was quite upset expressing to the court
the cost of the Governor's airplane cost -vs- the
expense New Mexico will spend to help their abused
children.

I'm glad you found this of interest. I hope this was
educational for you.

What Mr. Mitchell spoke of are the very reasons why
we must consider who we vote into office.
Those are the very reasons why we must write our
Policymakers, when we as Voters & Citizens are
Unsatisfied.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

Well, Tuesday was a very interesting day in court.
Regular viewing of Cody's sentencing trial can be
seen on CourtTV.

It was a very hard day for Cody.
Harsh, very harsh things were said about him.

Of course, alot of it came out of the mouth of
Sandra Grisham. She attacked the witnesses for
Defense. Grisham, in my opinion ranted & raved.
I know she rolled her eyes quite a few times, when
she didn't like or get the response, that she wanted.

James Forester, a lifelong friend of Paul Posey's
and Cody's deceased mother, had quite a story of
"abuse" to tell.

When Cody was 2-3 years old, in diapers Paul would
beat Cody & hurl him across the room. He'd beat him
so hard you could watch the "urine & feces" pour out
of his diapers. He testified, he had watched Paul
lash Cody at this age, 50 to 70 times non-stop.

Paul sat Cody outside in the winter between age 7 to 10,
with only a shirt on. It was his punishment.
He went to check on Cody every Sunday for years.
Paul told him to quit coming. To stay out of his
business. That was his son and he could raise him
as he seen fit.

Grisham, made an excellent point. She brought to the
courts attention, that he was a Mental Health Specialist
and never reported ABUSE.

Dr. Robert Buser, is fighting tooth and nail for Cody.
He doesn't find Cody to be a socio or psychopath.
He is a psychiatrist at the facility where Mitchell
is trying to get Cody moved back to & placed in.

Buser, has worked with Cody. He disputed all the
negative accusations, that have been lodged against
Cody.

What is Judge Counts going to do?
I wish I knew. There is no way he does not know,
that Cody was truly abused in the worst kind of way.
But, he killed 3 people.

I believe Judge Counts, has even stepped inside Cody's
shoes, within his own mind. I believe Judge Counts,
in the privacy of his thoughts, could even say
I know why you killed them.

Paul Posey went passed the line of abuse.
He took it into torture.

Even though I'm pretty sure & without a doubt, but
I could be wrong the Judge knows this.
But, I truly believe it is going to take a MIRACLE
for Cody to be sentenced as a juvenile.

But, guess what? I believe in Miracles, they happen
everyday.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor <img src="/images/graemlins/angel.gif" alt="" />

I was impressed with Cody's Aunt and her pleas to Judge Counts. She spoke from her heart and she spoke the truth. I watched Judge Counts eyes and could see the compassion in them. In the kidsincourt forum's we have another one of Cody's Aunts (Sister to Coraliss) and she and her husband said they will raise Cody, even Cody's Step-dad would take Cody in. The one who has impressed me the most was Marilea's dad, who stated he would take Cody into his home. That is wasn't Cody who shot the gun, but Cody's father.

There are so many people who can relate to what Cody has gone through. I am one. No one person, who has been abused, can't say they wouldn't do the same or have thought about it. My own mother was sexually molested from age 4 to 7 by her brother-in-law. It damaged her for life! When that man died, my mother went to his funeral to make sure he was dead.

Yes, Cody stopped the abuse and pain, but Cody did it in such a way, he will have to live with that the rest of his life.

As far as the persecutor goes (I mean prosecutor) she was cody's best defense. If anything, she has opened a plethera of doors to an appeal.

Hey Katy Bug,

Marilea's father really spoke true words of honesty.
He said what many are quietly thinking in their thoughts.

He told Judge Counts, that he believed in his
heart, that Paul Posey was having sex with his daughter.
And, he believed Tryone knew it. He has come to this
conclusion from the evidence presented.

When he said, If he would have known this when Paul
and Tryone was living he would have killed them himself.
I wished I could have been in that courtroom.

That may have not been a politically correct statement.
But, that was a Honest and Human one.
From a mere man and a father.

He stated, does this make me a murderer or an angry
father? It made him a truthful and honest man.

This is a true American Tragedy.

There are MANY abused people, who have gone to the
depths of Torture -- they understand what has happened
with Cody.

Whether it makes it Right or it makes it Wrong.
They understand.

I know quite a few people who have been abused.
When their abuser died. They went to the funeral.
Only to make sure -- They were dead.

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

Isn't it amazing that all of these people from across this country has contacted Gary Mitchell in support of Cody? And the persecutor alleged that Mr. Mitchell solicited this support. The woman is grasping at straws. Of course this comes from an abuser, herself. No wonder she has NO compassion for Cody, it would mean she would have to admit she is wrong. What abuser can admit such a thing? None that I know of. They look for any reason to continue the abuse and use it to their advantage.

I look up to Coraliss Clees. She is an amazing person. I love what she said about Cody today. I dont know if she said anything more than what was on the highlights on Court Tv Extra because i was at school. But she is an amazing person to me. My father is just like Marilea's father. My dad already has told me that if someone hurts me he will kill them, probably most of it is because they are our father and fathers are more protective over their daughters but still. I am still amazed of how many people are saying they would take Cody in.

I watched Cody give his plea to Judge Counts. I was impressed with how he admitted he doesn't know how to feel. That was very hard for him to say. It was also good that he stated he want's to improve his life and learn how to deal with his anger and learn how to be a better person. I can tell he wants the abuse to stop with him. How very proud I am of that young man.

same here to Katy_Bug. I think that is really cool that he wants to take fathering classes so when and if he becomes a father we will know how to treat them. I am so nervous now that Judge Counts is going to be sentencing him tomorrow. I probably wont be able to sleep or pay attention to anything tomorrow. I was surprised when Cody came up and thanked everyone that has helped him and everyone who has wrote the letters. I respect him for standing up and saying how he really wants and is going to try to help himself on all different things and how he admitted he is going to have to put forth a lot of effort to make these changes.

Hi Everybody,

I won't be able to sleep tonight. I hope he is sentenced as a juvenile. I think that Judge Counts is a fair judge. Earlier during the case, Grisham wanted to show the tapes of Cody's interrogation, but Judge Counts refused. Which was good because Cody was interrogated without a counsler.

Cody's family from his mom's side is very supportive of him. I wish I was near NM and could have gone for his support rally.

When the verdict was read, Cody cried. I was crying too and thinking that he must be thinking that nobody is ready to listen to him that he was abused. Oh, how it broke my heart.

There is a petition online in support for Cody. Everyone, please sign this petition. You can go to

Online petition

Please sign everyone.

Thanks,
ARD

Good Morning Everyone!

The Moment Of Truth, will soon arrive for Cody.

Cody has shown more Courage and has accepted more
Responsibility, than most adults would have at a time
like this.

Cody took the witness stand and faced Sandra Grisham.
He answered each question with painstaking honesty and
to the best of his ability.

As he closed, his Sentencing Hearing with his Final Remarks
they rang through out the courtroom.
Everyone heard them, including Sandra Grisham.
And, everyone knows in their heart of hearts, that
Cody was abused and tortured.

Cody comments, "He doesn't know how to feel
or How to express it?"

Well, Paul Posey the Abuser, did his job.
The Abuser's job is to Strip you of all Emotion.
To rob you of your Laughter, Joy, Tears, Pain, etc.
Their job is to make you Numb, Null & Void, and Empty.

The Adults in the News Media have sickened me.

They have stated this fact & asked us to wear it
like a badge of honor --

"Every Year 3 Million Children In America Are Abused.
But, How Many Kill Their Parents? What Kind Of Message
Will We Be Sending?"

Stating those numbers & that fact, is nothing to be
proud of. If 3 million children are being abused
every year in America we should be ashamed of ourselves.
I ask, "What kind of message are we sending to our children?"

The system, the people, the families & others are
failing these kids. And, I don't think they are
willing to take it anymore.

Let's not put them in the position where they feel
the only way out is to pick up a firearm.
BUT, that is a rant I can go off into at another time.

Today, is Cody's day.
Let's pray, Judge Counts will do the right thing.
Even, if he has to do it, then retire his robe.

No matter what the outcome. We still know what we
have to do. Fight for the rights of the other forgotten
children, who need us.

Isn't this what Cody, said he wanted to do?

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor

Vicki,

When I was growing up there was a family that lived about a mile down the street from us. The little girl was about my age (11 or 12) her big brother was 16, mom and dad. Dad had a horrible temper and was an alcoholic. I knew the little girl was teensy thing and always looked bruised under the eyes, and had bruises on her arms - but at that age didn't really know much about it - until her brother was arrested for murdering his father.

Apparently the father had been beating all three (mom, brother, sister) for a long time, but that night he tried to molest the little girl. The brother stopped him, sister ran out into the woods, and he got beat pretty badly. Long story short - the brother waited until the dad fell asleep (drunk - passed out) took the 12 gauge, and shot him dead.

He was found guilty of murder because they said he killed him in cold blood - not in an act of self-defense, because the father was sleeping. To me (looking back on it as an adult)- that was the only time the poor boy could have done it and been assured his father (oh how loosely I use that term) would not have fought that gun away from him, killed him, and continued to do just as he pleased with the sister and mother.

This poor child, Cody, will never truly be free. He will forever be damaged by what has already been done to and by him. And he was driven to do what he did. i am a firm believer in counseling, but sometimes it comes too late, i hope this is not the case here. I pray there is a loving, compassionate person out there that can find a shred of innocence that has possibly been buried under all of this denial and blankness. But it is going to be a hard road. And if they stick him in a prison where no-one cares, that innocence is going to be forever burned out of him.

Innocence cannot survive our prison system. <img src="/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

Dearest Michelle,

Your words, "This poor child, Cody, will never truly be
free." Made my heart bleed with aching tears.

You are one that truly gets it.

Abused people, hopefully heal in some kind of way.
We must, we have to -- in order to live.

But, to be ever be totally FREE from it.
It's not possible. You can never forget the abuse
and torture. You can forgive, so you can move on,
but you can't forget.

And, I find it absolutely UNREASONABLE, that others
think you should have REMORSE, that you slayed the
Villian, the Monster, the Demon, who had tortured
and abused you.

When did the Monster, the Demon or the Villian
ever have remorse for You?

I pray within the moments and minutes, of this count
down, that Judge Counts will do the right thing.

Thank you, so very much for your comments and supporting
us in the forum at this time.

Have A Blessed Day, Michelle

Vicki L. Forte'
Bellaonline
Crime Editor