The defense argues that Joseph Lawson should have been given a directed verdict (or acquittal) by the judge after the prosecution finished its case.
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A jury of 15 people, including three alternatives, were seated Tuesday, and opening statements will begin Wednesday morning for defendants Brooks Houck and Joseph Lawson.
New laws passed this year by state legislators include a requirement that voters show a photo ID at the polls, an authorization for veterinarians to make a report to authorities if they discover that an animal under their care has been abused and a requirement that holders of state-issued ID cards be added to a list of potential jurors.
The Floyd County Prosecutor's office plans to go up to Dearborn County to question the jurors.
The Floyd County Prosecutor's Office plans to go up to Dearborn County to question the jurors.