The Rampart Verdict

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Three of four LAPD Rampart Division officers have been convicted. The verdict is good news for the district attorney, but the defense promises to appeal. We hear more from an award-winning AP reporter covering the trail, Loyola Law Professor Laurie Levenson, attorney Barry Levin who is representing LAPD Sgt. Ortiz, Vice President of the LA Police Commision and President of the LA Police Protective League.
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Credits

Host:

Warren Olney

Producer:

Frances Anderton