Chapter 12 - THE BAIL DENIAL
The prosecutor stood up immediately, sliding a thick binder of forensic and digital evidence onto the table.
"Your Honor, the State moves for remand without bail due to extreme flight risk and the violent nature of the crime," the prosecutor stated.
He played the 911 audio recording directly into the courtroom sound system for the judge and jury pool to hear.
Chloe’s desperate plea echoed off the oak panels, followed by Evelyn’s chilling, uncaring voice saying, "Let her burn."
A collective gasp swept through the gallery as the horrific reality of the audio played out in crisp detail.
Judge Henderson frowned deeply, his expression hardening as he reviewed the photographic evidence of the charred bedroom.
"The brutality and premeditation displayed in this case are staggering," Judge Henderson declared firmly.
"Bail is formally denied for both defendants. They will remain remanded to county custody pending trial."
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Evelyn slammed her fist against the defense table in sudden fury, shouting out before guards rushed to subdue her.
"You'll pay for this, Chloe! You ungrateful little snake!" Evelyn screamed as she was dragged out through the side doors.
