Man Avoids Jury Duty: Claims to be Racist Homophobe

[philosophie_en_rose]

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/11909495/?GT1=10150

BARNSTABLE, Mass. - A Cape Cod man who claimed he was homophobic, racist and a habitual liar to avoid jury duty earned an angry rebuke from a judge on Monday, who referred the case to prosecutors for possible charges.

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On a questionnaire that all potential jurors fill out, Ellis wrote that he didn’t like homosexuals and blacks. He then echoed those sentiments in an interview with Nickerson.

“You say on your form that you’re not a fan of homosexuals,” Nickerson said.

“That I’m a racist,” Ellis interrupted.

“I’m frequently found to be a liar, too. I can’t really help it,” Ellis added.

“I’m sorry?” Nickerson said.

“I said I’m frequently found to be a liar,” Ellis replied.

“So, are you lying to me now?” Nickerson asked.

“Well, I don’t know. I might be,” was the response.

“I have the distinct impression that you’re intentionally trying to avoid jury service,” Nickerson said.

“That’s true,” Ellis answered.

Nickerson ordered Ellis taken into custody. He was released later Monday morning. Ellis could face perjury and other charges.

[Danger Mouse]

1. Geez, that's going a little far. You don't need to lie.

Just misrepresent a little.

[otherlander]

2. Goddamn it, stupid man, we've gone over this before...

YOU DON'T HAVE TO LIE OF THE GODDAMN CARD!!! *smacks forehead*
All you have to do... is wear this:


And read this:


That's. All. No perjury charges, no nothing. Idiot.