4:05 p.m. PT

The jury press conference ends. The three panelists are hurried through a crowd of flashing cameras and into the sheriff's van. Bookers chase after them waving envelopes with invitations to appear on every network and cable show this side of Extreme Makeover. The van pulls away accompanied by four police motorcycles, sirens screaming. Across the street, a half-dozen limos idle. —Harriet Ryan

3:54 p.m.

The DA presser ends without incident. A lot of thanks, clear relief, some backslapping, but no gloating. Modesto Police Chief Roy Wasden mispronounces the judge's name as "De-loo-she" as he defends the police officers and detectives who were pilloried in early media accounts. Ron Grantski gives the sole statement from either family. Sharon Rocha (pictured with son Brent and daughter-in-law Rose) and Amy Rocha softly weep in the gallery.—Bryan Lavietes

3:09 p.m.

The triumphant prosecutors are scheduled to return to courtroom 2M to give their presser, accompanied by the Rocha family. I am seated in the courtroom with Jean Casarez and folks from other networks. But we are soon disappointed with the news that the main event here will be postponed for another 30 minutes. —Bryan Lavietes

2:43 p.m.: Press conference with jurors.

Juror presser begins with a prepared statement thanking the court officers for their hospitality and then asking the media to respect the privacy of those that want to keep quiet. Those jurors then get up and leave. Three jurors, including foreman Steve Cardosi (pictured), remain to talk and the presser begins in earnest. Meanwhile, we get word that the prosecution press conferece is scheduled to start in 10-15 minutes. The prosecutors and Rocha family are going to read statements but not take questions. —Bryan Lavietes

2:38 p.m.

Start the insanity. The jury is driven to the building and escorted inside by court officers. I stand among teeming throngs of bookers handing out letters inviting them to interview. It's hard not to get swept up in the excitement as I stick letters into the hands of Strawberry Shortcake — whose real name is Richelle Nice (pictured), foreman Steve Cardosi and Juror No. 1, Greg Bertalis. —Bryan Lavietes

2:30 p.m.

I'm in the county museum across the street from the courthouse for the jury presser. We understand that all 12 panelists plus the alternates are attending. Jurors, you have no idea how many bookers' jobs you've saved. Supposedly, only three panelists will be speaking, but the rumor is that two of the most discussed — "Foreman the Sequel" and "Strawberry Shortcake" — are among the three. —Harriet Ryan

Heading to the jurors' press conference, it's interesting how many stretch limos I see parked outside. Could it be that some media outlets are pushing the envelope regarding rules against jurors receiving compensation for interviews?—Bryan Lavietes

1:54 p.m.

Defense lawyer Mark Geragos has his left hand around Scott Peterson's shoulder and they are talking. In the jury box, Juror No. 9 is crying hard, and Alternate No. 5 is also weeping. —Harriet Ryan

1:52 p.m.

The reaction of Sharon Rocha, crying and gasping slightly, is much different from the first verdict, when she was near-hysterical. As Judge Delucchi thanks the jury, he seems to be choking up himself. Scott Peterson remains totally stoic.

1:48 p.m.: Verdict announced. Jury recommends death.

Before a packed courtroom, the verdict is read: Jury recommends death. The jury is polled.—Harriet Ryan

1:45 p.m.

Scott Peterson, wearing a black suit, enters and smiles at his parents. After he is seated, the jury files into the courtroom. No jurors look at Scott Peterson on the way into the courtroom. "Strawberry Shortcake" turns sideways in her chair, facing Sharon Rocha. —Harriet Ryan

1:44 p.m.

Sharon Rocha is sitting, as she was for the first verdict, between Ron Grantski and her son, Brent. Amy Rocha is next to Brent and at her left shoulder is lead detective Craig Grogan. Across the aisle are Lee and Jackie Peterson and their daughter-in-law Janey (pictured). There are a lot of empty seats in the defense section. Pat Harris and Mark Geragos are leaning over — in Geragos' case, kneeling — and whispering to them. —Harriet Ryan

1:28 p.m.

Modesto Police chief Roy Wasden arrives, followed by the highly anticipated arrival of Lee and Jackie Peterson. The defendant's parents walk down the stifling, media-thronged hallway with daughter-in-law Janey. They look stunned. —Harriet Ryan

1:24 p.m.

The doors to the courtroom open. —Harriet Ryan

12:58 p.m.

"Keep the aisle clear!" The bailiffs are yelling, so we must be close to the arrival of the families. —Harriet Ryan

12:30 p.m.

Bizarre things going on in line: a woman is wearing a homemade button on her jacket. It's the picture Amber Frey took of Scott Peterson in a Santa hat. "That's my new boyfriend," she says. "I got him caged so he can't get away." Whatever that means. A local news producer gripes, "I went to journalism school so I could stand in line for [his reporter] for two hours. Great." —Harriet Ryan

12:24 p.m.

There are about 20 people in line — most reporters, some public. In the hilarious-but-sad category, trial watchers who did not get passes into the actual courtroom are maneuvering for "good" seats on the benches outside. "I'm saving this for my friend," one woman tells a man who tries to sit down next to her. —Harriet Ryan

11:48 a.m.

A line has already formed to get into the courtroom. Call me number 12. —Harriet Ryan

11:37 a.m.: Verdict reached.

Court TV learns that a verdict has been reached and will be announced at 1:30 p.m. PT. —Harriet Ryan

11:30 a.m.

Jurors go to lunch. Reporters are kicked out of the courtroom so they can eat until "about 1:30." —Harriet Ryan

10:38 a.m.

Pool coordinator Peter Shaplen announces the majority of exhibits requested are under seal and not accessible by the media. Among the requested evidence that is not sealed is a Christmas photo of a pregnant Laci Peterson (pictured) and some photos of the area where the bodies washed ashore. Shaplen also released revised deliberation times for today: The jury deliberated from 8:00 to 10:05 a.m. before taking a 20 minute break. —Bryan Lavietes

10:29 a.m.

Lawyers exit chambers. Judge Delucchi announces that the jury has requested certain items of evidence, which were sent into the jury room "for their perusal." He then says, "The jury has resumed their deliberations, so let's see what happens." The lawyers leave court. —Harriet Ryan

10:05 a.m.

Court TV has learned a chair was brought into Judge Delucchi's chambers before 9:15 this morning. Could that mean jurors are being called before the judge one at a time for questioning? —Harriet Ryan

9:59 a.m.

Stanislaus County District Attorney James Brazelton (pictured) arrives at the courthouse. He would be here if there's a verdict, but then, he's often here when there's no verdict. —Harriet Ryan

9:29 a.m.

Defense attorneys Pat Harris and Mark Geragos stroll into the courtroom and head straight to chambers.—Harriet Ryan

9:20 a.m.

Prosecutors Rick Distaso, Dave Harris and Birgit Fladager arrive in court with their investigators, Craig Grogan and Kevin Bertalotto. The lawyers go straight into the judge's chambers. No sign of the defense. The prosecutors seem relaxed and in good spirits as they go behind closed doors.—Harriet Ryan

8:00 a.m.: Day three of deliberations begin.

The well-dressed jury officially begins the day's deliberations. A rumor floating around holds that the jury reached a verdict last week but decided to sleep on it. That might make sense if the panel wasn't sequestered in a hotel all weekend away from family, friends and shopping malls in the middle of the holiday season.—Bryan Lavietes

7:51 a.m.

Jurors arrive in two vans at the back door of the courthouse. Many of them appear serious and hurried. If you go by appearance, today will be verdict day. Juror No. 12 had hair curled and was wearing a skirt. Juror No. 11 was in a suit, and Juror No. 1, who typically dresses down, seems to have had his shoes shined and pants creased. Strawberry Shortcake is wearing four-inch, two-tone pink heels and a perfectly matching poncho top. —Harriet Ryan