Another Not Guilty
by Another Not Guilty
Another Not Guilty tells the stories true crime won’t touch — the real cases where the government gets it wrong, the defense fights back, and justice somehow survives. Hosted by public defenders who’ve seen everything from police “oopsies” to prosecutorial plot twists, ANG gives you a front-row seat to the wild, emotional, hilarious, and infuriating world inside America’s courtrooms. Each episode features real public defenders sharing the cases that made them laugh, cry, or question reality. These are true stories of everyday people thrown into a system built to convict — and the defenders who fought like hell to prove otherwise. You’ll hear unforgettable cases like: • “Meth, Murder, and a Missing Boyfriend” — a dark, twisty saga with cartel rumors, a desert crime scene, and a defendant everyone assumed was guilty… until he wasn’t. • “Pin the Gun on the Homie” — where a gun supposedly teleported between suspects. • “Is
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From the Crypt: A Mistaken Identity
Welcome to this week’s episode of ANG from the Archives. We’ve dusted off the cobwebs and gone back to our third episode ever, back to even when Dave had hair. And since it’s Halloween, what could be the only thing scarier than a guy exposing himself? That’s right, being the wrong guy on trial…
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From the Archives: Never Underestimate the Value of a Public Defender
During the great platform migration, several older episodes vanished from the record. Unlike the prosecution, we do not hide the evidence. We recovered the master, cleaned the audio, rewrote the description, and put this one back into the feed. Originally Season 1, Episode 7. Public defender...
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From the Archives: Psych’d Up And Ready To Fight
Before Loren became a co-host, she was defending people in psychiatric crisis and saving dogs. Whether the first job prepared her for working with Dave is still an open question. (Not really) In this case, her 68-year-old client was living in a locked psychiatric hospital, asking to see a doctor...
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From the Archives: When The Truth Doesn't Matter
Where it all began, the very first ANG episode. As many defenders and their clients know, once something is on the internet, it stays there forever. We are not hiding from the evidence, but we are remastering and cataloging. Originally Season 1, Episode 1, released June 6, 2018, and edited back...
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From the Archives: Jumpin’ The Grenade For Truth & Justice
During the great platform migration, we discovered that several older episodes had vanished from the record. Unlike the prosecution, we don’t hide the evidence. So we dusted off the master, cleaned up the audio, rewrote the description, and released this one back into the wild. Originally in…
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From the Archives: Nobody Likes These Charges
This episode has been pulled from the archives for reasons entirely unrelated to switching platforms and discovering that several old episodes had disappeared like a witness after being asked whether they actually saw anything. We cleaned up the audio, rewrote the description, and returned the…
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The Prick Gets Caught in the Zipper …? When the state tries to stitch up a case
Editors note: This episode was originally released in Season 2 as two part episode. We have combined it to be one episode and give some of our newer listeners a chance to catch up on some of our "classic" NGs! The prosecution thought they had zipped up the case tight. No gaps, no questions, no...
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Summer Break
Message from Dave: We are taking the rest of the month off for some big trials and to build a backlog of awesome episodes! We also have new merch with our new logo, so please check that out on our website!
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The Triple D Threat
Rachel and Dallas welcome back Stanford Fraser: Public Defender from PG county Maryland with new updates on his life, career and of course Another Not Guilty! See how Stanford got the not guilty when a two-step salsa at a local bar turned into potentially major consequences for his client.…
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The Compton Red Light Carjacking Shuffle
In this episode, fellow Compton L.A. public defender Analise shares an insider look into a recent not guilty verdict in a complex carjacking and kidnapping case involving her client Diane. Listen as she breaks down the case strategy, courtroom dynamics, and the importance of credibility and...
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Live at Penn: Uncle Biggie, Uncle Smalls, and a Whole Lot of Doubt
At a live taping of Another Not Guilty, we head to Penn Carey Law for a case that had everything: a chaotic family dispute, a single gunshot, and three witnesses who somehow couldn’t agree on what actually happened. When 19-year-old Angel was charged with attempted murder and facing decades in...
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Grindr Gone Bad
Troy and Deana from Jacksonville tell us about how a first date led to attempted murder charges for their client. Hear what they did to win the battle of credibility to secure an acquittal. Dive into more stories from the bold and brilliant public defenders wherever you listen to podcasts, and...
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Proof Beyond a Reasonable Printout
In this episode of Another Not Guilty, the hosts are joined by public defender Lauren Hillary to break down a case that should terrify anyone who believes evidence still matters. The state charged Lauren’s client with 13 felony sex offenses, including counts carrying multiple life sentences—based...
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Spin Cycle Justice — where the government’s case goes in dirty and comes out hung to dry
Join Pat and Sahara as they unravel a courtroom tale filled with unexpected humor and legal twists. Set against the backdrop of a laundromat, this episode showcases their dynamic teamwork and sharp legal strategies. From hilarious judge interactions to a not guilty verdict that leaves everyone...
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50 Shades of Not Guilty
Rachel and Dallas talk to Mike Detardo from Atlanta about how he beat four life sentences for his client. How an unlawful phone dump helped the defense uncover the key videos that turned the case around. Trigger Warning: sexual assault, self harm Dive into more stories from the bold and brilliant...
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When A Felony Judge Meets A Misdemeanor TikTok Star
Peter Neal might be a "baby" public defender out in L.A. County — but the only ones crying are the prosecutors when he walks his client out with a fresh not guilty. In this episode, Peter breaks down his early trial wins, the nerves and grit behind first-year PD work, and what it feels like when...
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Believe No One: Discrediting the Client's Confession
Defense attorney Ryan Sullivan out of Massachusetts casts doubt on his own client's confession to win an acquittal on all charges in a gun possession case. The defendant — a young shoe salesman who had been shot six times — faced a mandatory 1.5-year minimum sentence under Massachusetts's…
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How Do You Like Them Grapefruits?
Fresh out of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, public defenders Ben Jackson and Tirza take us inside a jaw-dropping trial where their client faced 27 counts of rape and sexual assault — charges that carried a maximum of 286 years in prison. This one's got it all: bad policing, bizarre allegations,...
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The ABCs of CYA – A fearless defender exposes a cop cover up and saves his client from life
When off-duty officers turn a botched investigation into a full-blown "cover your ass" operation, an innocent man suddenly finds himself facing life in prison for attempted murder. Enter Stanford Fraser, a sharp, fearless public defender from Prince George's County, Maryland, who refuses to let…
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The Couple That Stands Their Ground Together Gets Charged Together
In this episode, defense attorney Andrew Darling tells the story of a case where love, loyalty, and self-defense collided in the courtroom. His client was charged with murder after her girlfriend shot and killed an attacker who came after them both. The state tried to twist survival into crime…
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Glove Gaslight: When the Witness Doubles Down – Shutting Down a Lineup of Lies
In this episode, Cincinnati public defenders Max and Molly take us inside a case where their client was wrongfully accused of voyeurism. The prosecution lined up witness after witness, each ready to double down on shaky stories — but Max and Molly weren't having it. Through sharp…
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Party Marty, Not So Smarty! – When Closing Arguments Seal the Deal
Take a listen as Glen Oh from the Neighborhood Defender Service of Detroit shares one of his standout trials. His client was falsely accused of assaulting his ex-lover on several occasions, but the case quickly turned into a circus. The police did zero investigation, the prosecutor pulled every...
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All Or Nothing: The Bucket Hat Cat Burglar – When Testimony Alone Decides It All
What happens when the actual victim of a crime gets arrested and prosecuted? In this episode, Los Angeles Public Defender Felipe Gonzalez shares the story of his client, a man falsely accused and staring down an eight-count indictment that carried a possible 45-year sentence. It all came down to...
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When Due Process Freezes Over – ICE Snatches a Defendant Mid-Trial
What happens when the government literally rips your client away in the middle of a jury trial? Defense attorney Murat Erkan shares one of the most shocking stories we've heard: his client was abducted by ICE agents during trial, depriving him of his right to a jury trial and due process. The...
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Mother Knows Worst – When Family Drama Meets the Courtroom
Family ties can twist into courtroom lies. In this episode, a public defender walks us through a case where a mother's accusations nearly cost her own child their freedom. The prosecution thought "mom knows best" would be enough to win the jury — but when the defense peeled back the layers, it...
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The Wimbledon DNA Cross – When a Rookie Defender Serves an Ace
First trials don't usually look like this. In his very first jury trial — and first trial ever — defense attorney Jared faced a client staring down multiple robbery charges and a possible life sentence. The state leaned hard on DNA evidence to seal the deal. But Jared wasn't playing defense — he...
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Meth, Murder, and a Missing Boyfriend – When the Case Unravels Like a Bad Thriller
This episode has it all: attempted murder charges, cartel rumors, shady witnesses, and one very unreliable memory. Public defender Avneet takes us inside a case where his client faced 20-to-life — and walked away with not guilty. The state leaned on a supposed victim whose story changed with…
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Tattoo Turf War – When the Video Inked Not Guilty
Everything's bigger in Texas — even the trials. In this episode, defense attorney Kristin tells the story of her client, a tattoo artist accused of inappropriate touching during a session. The state tried to turn a routine tattoo appointment into a criminal case, but they overlooked one thing…
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All Tuah And No Hawk – When False Accusations Fall Apart
Los Angeles Public Defender Emmanuel Garcia takes us inside a case that had all the makings of a courtroom soap opera. His client was falsely accused of hitting his eight-month-pregnant girlfriend and assaulting the very person who made those accusations. With sharp cross and relentless trial...
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I Pity The Courtroom Cleaning Staff! – When Chaos Meets a Not Guilty
In this unforgettable episode, Sacha Mount from the San Joaquin Public Defender's Office takes us inside a trial where the evidence was messy — and so was the courtroom. At one point, his client literally vomited all over counsel table during the presentation of evidence. But the real story here...
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Pothole Vigilante – When Fixing the Streets Turns Into a Trial
In this one, Dallas and Rachel — our Cincinnati PD hosts — sit down with defense attorney Stephenie Lape to hear the story of a trial that proves just how ridiculous the government can be. Stephenie's client faced charges that spun everyday frustrations into a criminal case, but with sharp…
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Pro Pimpin' Prosecutor – When the State Puts a Trafficking Victim on Trial
We're kicking off 2025 with a banger. Desiree Garrity from the Los Angeles Public Defender's Office brings us a case that shows just how twisted the system can get. Her client — a survivor of sex trafficking — was prosecuted by the DA's office for allegedly assaulting her trafficker. That's…
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Cash Rules Everything Around Me – When a Scratch Isn't Domestic Violence
In this episode, Dallas and Rachel take the helm as hosts and sit down with two public defenders from Montgomery County, Ohio. Their client was hit with a domestic violence charge after an ex-girlfriend got scratched — not from a fight, but from the two struggling over a big wad of cash. The…
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The Palmdale Special – When the Wildest Part of L.A. Goes to Trial
Check out this case from the heart of Los Angeles County's wildest corner — Palmdale. Christina Sarkiss, a badass public defender from L.A. County, takes us inside a courtroom tale that proves once again why public defenders are the last line of defense against overcharging and sloppy…
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Forced To Go, Forced To Leave – When the System Dumps and Defenders Deliver
From Montgomery County, Ohio, public defenders Nicole & Elizabeth share a jaw-dropping case where their client was put on a law enforcement hold, taken to a hospital, and then literally dumped onto the streets after being discharged. The state tried to turn this ordeal into criminal liability —…
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Saving Nikolas Cruz's Life – ANG's 100th Episode Special
For our 100th episode, we bring you one of the most compelling and difficult conversations yet. This case is notoriously known as the capital trial of Nikolas Cruz, the Parkland shooter. Our special guests are Casey Secor, one of the attorneys, and Katie O'Shea, the mitigation specialist.…
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Rice a Baby Mama Drama – When Family Chaos Meets the Courtroom
This one comes straight out of Sacramento. Public defender Kyle H tells the tale of a client with six children by six different women — and one of them put a criminal case on him. What followed was a messy family drama dragged into a courtroom, where the state thought the jury would buy their...
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The Keystone Kops & Small Town DV – When Conflict of Interest Wrecks the Case
This one's straight out of a small-town sitcom. Public defender Matt Kellegrew from the Nevada City Public Defender's Office shares how a domestic violence case unraveled after the investigating officers — who just happened to be married to each other — put their credibility on trial. Add in…
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Neighborhood Watch Gone Wild – When the Prosecutor Cries Jury Nullification
This episode flips the script: instead of a public defender telling the tale, we hear from a prosecutor reflecting on a not guilty verdict they say came down to jury nullification. The case? A neighborhood watch gone wrong. The charges? Serious enough that the state thought conviction was a lock....
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G-Queen's Gambit – When Snitches, Gangs, and the Feds Collide
This episode stars Dustin Talbot, a Federal Deputy Public Defender, who shares one of the most jaw-dropping trial stories we've heard in a while. His client — who had snitched on his gang — found himself in the crosshairs of a "G-Queen" whose crew tried to have him killed. What followed was a...
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Race, Guns, & Subway Sandwiches – When a Jury Says "Not Guilty"
This episode highlights the grit and dedication of the Monroe County Public Defender's Office in Indiana. Kyle Duggar and his team share how they defended a client accused of attempted murder — a case tangled up in issues of race, guns, and even a subway sandwich. The prosecution thought they had...
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Smoking Ghost Gun – When Self-Defense Wins the Day
Season 6 kicks off with a bang — literally. Zack Kitaynik from the San Joaquin Public Defender's Office takes us inside a murder trial where his client faced life-changing charges. The state painted it as cold-blooded, but Zack showed the jury the truth: this was self-defense. Through sharp...
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Alfred Hitchcock for the People – When a Murder Case Unravels in Motown
Two Detroit public defenders take us inside a chilling case where their client was accused of the unthinkable — shooting and killing his own mother with a shotgun. The state built a murder case on bad assumptions, lazy detective work, and tunnel vision. But here's the twist: multiple suspects,...
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My So-Called Expert – When One Week Brings Two Not Guiltys
In this episode, a public defender walks us through a wild week in which he won two separate jury trials for the same client. The prosecution thought they had their "expert" angle locked down, but sharp cross and relentless advocacy showed otherwise. From shaky testimony to overblown charges…
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A Cop Hopping Kangaroo Court – When the State Jumps the Shark
You've seen bad prosecutions before, but have you ever seen a police officer literally hopping around a courtroom? In this episode, a young, passionate public defender takes on a ridiculous case where the state's star witness — a cop — tried to prove to a jury how a tied-up person could "walk" to…
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Groper's Got a Gun – When the State Brings More Drama Than Proof
Oh boy — this title is just the tip of the iceberg. In Wisconsin, two badass public defenders took on a case where the allegations were loud, the prosecution was confident, and the evidence? Paper thin. What unfolded was a wild ride of cross-examination, contradictions, and defense strategy that...
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Belligerent & Sneaky – When a Judge Accidentally Saves the Day
Meet Gabe & Ana — better known as Belligerent & Sneaky — a powerhouse public defender trial duo who prove once again why you never plead guilty too soon. In this case, their client nearly pled guilty at arraignment, but thanks to a twist from the judge, the case went to trial. That's where Gabe &...
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You've Got Mail, Cuz – When Emails Wreck the State's Case
Family drama, digital receipts, and a whole lot of reasonable doubt. In this episode, a cousin accused her own cousin of sexual assault — but the prosecution's story unraveled thanks to a treasure trove of emails between the two. What started as a serious allegation turned into a courtroom...
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Chronic Baby Mama Drama – When Weed, Love, and Justice Collide
This not guilty comes straight out of Oregon, where a young couple's fight over some weed spiraled into an alleged domestic violence case. The state thought they had drama on their side, but what they didn't have was proof. Enter two Oregon public defenders who were equal parts tenacious and...
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Murder-ring The Prosecution's Theory – When a Teen Faces Murder and Walks Free
This week we've got a double feature: guest co-host Hunter Parnell from Public Defenseless and guest public defender Hillary from Salt Lake City. Hillary shares the story of a murder charge her client faced stemming from when he was just 16 — sitting in a car when the driver shot and killed...
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Another Not Guilty tells the stories true crime won’t touch — the real cases where the government gets it wrong, the defense fights back, and justice somehow survives. Hosted by public defenders who’ve seen everything from police “oopsies” to prosecutorial plot twists, ANG gives you a front-row seat to the wild, emotional, hilarious, and infuriating world inside America’s courtrooms.
Each episode features real public defenders sharing the cases that made them laugh, cry, or question reality. These are true stories of everyday people thrown into a system built to convict — and the defenders who fought like hell to prove otherwise.
You’ll hear unforgettable cases like: • “Meth, Murder, and a Missing Boyfriend” — a dark, twisty saga with cartel rumors, a desert crime scene, and a defendant everyone assumed was guilty… until he wasn’t.
• “Pin the Gun on the Homie” — where a gun supposedly teleported between suspects. • “Is
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