A jury trial has been scheduled for October in the case involving Daniel Waterman, following an August 19 hearing in which Judge Nichols set the trial date, noting the case’s age as a factor in moving forward on the October timeline.
Key Dates and Developments
- September 3: A final deposition is scheduled to take place.
- September 9: A docket sounding hearing will be held. Judge Nichols indicated she wants defendant Leigha Mumby present in court that day. At the hearing, Mumby is expected to be advised on the record of her maximum potential sentencing exposure. The court also plans to address the status of any plea offers from the State, whether those offers have been rejected, and whether any counteroffers have been made.
- Jury pool: The court has ordered 60 prospective jurors for the case.
- Motions in limine: Attorneys for both sides are expected to file motions addressing what evidence will be permitted at trial.
- October 12: Jury selection is expected to begin, with the trial proceeding later that week.
Other Hearing Notes
Mumby’s defense attorney, Reid Hart, raised concerns during the hearing about pretrial social media activity, indicating that prospective jurors may be screened for related posts. Hart also sought clarification on scheduling, confirming that proceedings would not be held in the evening and that the court’s session would begin at 8:30 a.m.
Case Background
The case has seen multiple delays and continuances. With the September 9 docket sounding and October 12 jury selection now set, the matter is moving toward trial.
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