Originally Posted by
porcia83
Nobody is actually "paying" for his defense, the firm representing him is doing it, in essence, for free. That is their prerogative.
Well that is the definition of “Pro Bono” isn’t it? If you wish to believe that nobody is footing the bill for those costs then have it your way. Somebody is putting in the time and as they say “time is money”.
Originally Posted by
porcia83
Are you seriously wondering if yet another govt agency should get involved with this? The IRS.... really? Thanks, I'll pass on that. If there are complaints about how much money was sent prosecuting the flight, I can only imagine the complaints once the IRS got involved. Does anyone really think that would be worthwhile or cost effective? His actions got the ball rolling (for better or worse), but it was something that needed to be brought up anyway.
Yes I am very serious. Lets not forget the INS. I have worked overseas in different countries and believe me foreign countries and the USA do not take kindly to people that work in their country without prior approval or the correct passport visa. There is a big difference between what one can do with a work visa and a tourist visa. I very much doubt Trappy had a work visa.
Frank