This CLE program offers a practical analysis of People v. Daniel Penny, focusing on how high-profile criminal cases are investigated, litigated, and perceived in a media-driven environment. Using the subway incident as a case study, the course examines key factual developments, charging decisions, and the influence of widespread public attention on both prosecution and defense strategy.

Participants will explore critical components of trial practice, including pre-trial motion strategy, jury selection in a highly publicized case, and the presentation of competing narratives at trial. The program also addresses the strategic use of expert testimony, evidentiary challenges, and causation theories, along with how attorneys can effectively manage reputational risk and media scrutiny. Attendees will leave with concrete insights for handling complex, high-visibility criminal matters from intake through verdict.