re: A&M fans, remember Brandon Joiner?

I just read up on the story of Babalola. Joiner cut a deal after Babalola was convicted. Doesn't look like Joiner cut a deal to testify for leniency. In those situations, if you are the lawyer, you cut the deal, make a sworn statement and get sentenced before the other guy's trial.

Babalola got hit harder because he went to trial. His lawyer probably thought that a jury would be lenient since the victim was a drug dealer. The problem was an ex-girlfriend testified against him, saying that he was abusive and felt entitled due tolaying ball for A&M. Surprised the judge allowed that testimony. Prejudicial and not relevant to the crime. Must have been through a door opened by defense atty arguing that he was incapable of violence.

His lawyer did not do him any favors. I would have pled him quick. They found the drugs at Babalola's apartment.