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Brice Google

Gave informal sworn testimony that Deputy Franklin could speak voluntarily with Donna Adelson's defense but could not be compelled without a subpoena.

AppearedDonna Adelson
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About

Brice Google, an undersheriff, testified under oath on Day 8 during a dispute over the defense's access to Deputy Franklin, a potential witness. Google said Franklin had asked whether she was required to speak with Donna Adelson's attorneys. After consulting the sheriff's office's general counsel, he told a captain to advise Franklin that she could speak voluntarily, but that the defense would need a subpoena if she declined. He denied that anyone had instructed Franklin not to speak with the defense.

Trial Record (1)

DADonna AdelsonAug 22, 2025 – Sep 4, 2025

Brice Google testified under oath on Day 8 during a court inquiry concerning a potential defense witness.

Day 8

ProceduralFranklin Witness Dispute and Defendant Testimony Deadline1highlight7lines spoken

Summary

Judge Everett declined to compel an un-subpoenaed potential witness to speak with the defense, heard the sheriff's office account, and set a same-day deadline on whether Donna Adelson would testify.

Highlights (1)

Quote“If she did not want to speak with them, they would have to have a subpoena to compel her to speak.”— Brice GoogleUndersheriff Google described the sheriff's office's position on the defense request to speak with Deputy Franklin.Open in transcript →Watch this moment ▶