United States v. Bianchini

OPINION AND ORDER

BILLINGS, Chief Judge.

7. Introduction

Before the court are defendant’s motions (1) for a new trial; (2) for disclosure, to interview jurors, and for a hearing on extraneous influences on the jury verdict; and (3) for judgment of acquittal. The government has opposed all of the motions. For the reasons herein stated, defendant’s motions are DENIED.

II. Background

A. The Jury Tampering Incident

Defendant David Bianchini was convicted of violating various federal drug laws after a jury trial lasting from November 13-26, 1990. During the trial, certain unusual and troubling events…