Zimmerman Defense - Jury Kept Tragedy From Becoming Travesty

07/13/2013

Defense attorneys laud the jury's verdict.

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Trayvon's Mother Takes the Stand

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Verdict Reached in George Zimmerman Case

Trayvon Martin's shooter is found not guilty in a case that sparked a national dialogue about race.
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00:56

Zimmerman Defense - Jury Kept Tragedy From Becoming Travesty

After Trayvon Martin's killer was cleared of all charges, defense attorneys are pleased with the outcome.
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02:20

Prosecutors Express Disappointment Over Zimmerman Verdict

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Martin Family Lawyer: "They Are Heartbroken"

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