Murder Trial Stalled: Aurora Dentist’s Attorney Withdraws, Citing Ethical Concerns
Aurora, Colo. – The anticipated start of a murder trial involving a local dentist accused of fatally poisoning his wife encountered an unexpected delay. The trial was postponed when the defense attorney representing the suspect withdrew from the case moments before jury selection was set to commence. The attorney, Harvey Steinberg of Denver, cited significant ethical conflicts with his client’s preferred legal strategy. Steinberg referenced professional conduct guidelines, suggesting that his client, James Craig, was pursuing a course he believed to be either criminal or fraught with fraudulence. He also indicated a profound moral disagreement … Read more