Calif. v. Scott Peterson: Change of venue motion

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KEY DOCUMENTS

The Wiretaps
Read the transcripts, listen to the tapes of Scott Peterson's phonecalls.
Frey Phone Transcript
Police recorded this conversation between Amber Frey and Scott Peterson after Frey went to police following Laci Peterson's disappearance.
Jury Instructions
Judge's instructions to the jury for deliberatons.
Police Interview
This transcript shows the exchange between investigators and Scott Peterson less than 24 hours after Laci Peterson's disappearance (PDF).
Rocha-Peterson Call
Laci Peterson's mother and Scott Peterson had this Feb. 2003 phone conversation that was taped by police.
Complaint
Peterson was charged with two counts of murder in the slayings of his pregnant wife, Laci, and unborn son.
Arrest Warrant
Police obtained this warrant prior to arresting Scott Peterson for the murders of his wife and unborn child.
Booking Sheet
Following his April 2003 arrest in San Diego, Peterson waived extradition back to Modesto.
Laci's Coroner Report
The coroner produced this document after Laci Peterson's body was discovered.
Conner's Report
This report was prepared by the coroner after the unborn baby's remains were found.
Venue Change Motion
Claiming Peterson can not get a fair trial in his hometown, the defense sought to move the trial to another county.
Pawn Slip
Deanna Renfro pawned a watch at a Modesto shop in Dec. 2002 similar to one Laci Peterson was trying to sell on eBay around the time of her disappearance.