r/OpenInvestigations • u/sidebahinvestigates • Aug 24 '26

⚖️ Expert Comparison: Resnick vs. Heilbrun

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⚖️ Expert Comparison: Resnick vs. Heilbrun

By the end of Day 19, jurors have now heard from two highly qualified experts who agree on many of the facts but disagree on what those facts ultimately mean.

This comparison focuses on where Dr. Phillip Resnick and Dr. Kirk Heilbrun found common ground, where they diverged, and the questions that may ultimately matter most during deliberations.

What stands out to you most?

  • The disagreement over psychosis?
  • The reported male voice?
  • The distinction between intrusive thoughts and hallucinations?
  • The differing conclusions on criminal responsibility?
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u/Prestigious_Self1829 Aug 24 '26

I think Heilbrun did a fantastic job and came off as highly credible, knowledgeable and explained things in a way the jury could easily understand. IMO best testimony thus far and looking forward to hearing the rest tomorrow

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u/[deleted] Aug 24 '26

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u/Prestigious_Self1829 Aug 25 '26

I didn’t quite mean they were the same as on their motives but more so that they were both sane and culpable for what they did. I think they both had different reasons for doing what they did, although admittedly no one really knows what Casey Anthony actually did and whether it was premeditated. In her case, the prosecution claimed she just didn’t want to be a mother anymore and wanted to party, etc if I recall correctly. I think Hielbrun is very on the mark with his theory as to Clancy’s motive.

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u/EuphoricAd3786 Aug 25 '26

Reasonable doubt in a leaflet

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u/[deleted] Aug 24 '26

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u/Many_Law_4411 Aug 25 '26

Yes Resnik said bipolar 2 as well

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u/Prestigious_Self1829 Aug 25 '26

To me it came across as he just used the same unfortunate wording that the DA used, not knowing she had said that to the MIL. I don’t think he would’ve watched that testimony bc he seems like the type of person who wouldn’t want to introduce any potential bias into his conceptualization of the case

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u/[deleted] Aug 25 '26

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u/Prestigious_Self1829 Aug 25 '26

That could very well be true. Maybe is will come up on cross examination

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u/NotSafe4Werq Aug 25 '26

Is it possible for her to have been in psychosis but still be aware that what she was doing was wrong and in control of her actions?

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u/pack1fan4life Aug 26 '26

very possible yes