📂 Monday, January 13, 1997 — Day 40
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📅 Monday, January 13, 1997 9 proceedings 1751 utterances
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Day 40 — Monday, January 13, 1997

Simpson Testimony Cracks Under Bruno Magli Shoe Evidence
Judge Hiroshi Fujisaki • Civil Trial • 9 proceedings • 1751 utterances
devastating

O.J. Simpson testifies on direct examination about his June 12 timeline and the Bronco chase, then faces a devastating cross-examination from Petrocelli focused on infidelity and domestic violence. Judge Fujisaki rules these topics admissible for credibility purposes. The most damaging moment occurs when Petrocelli presents 30 photographs showing Simpson wearing Bruno Magli shoes—directly contradicting Simpson's sworn denials that he ever owned them. Simpson maintains his denials throughout, claiming he has no explanation for the photographs.

  • Simpson completes direct examination recounting his activities and emotional state during the Bronco chase
  • Judge Fujisaki rules infidelity and Nicole's abuse descriptions admissible for character impeachment
  • Petrocelli introduces 30 photographs of Simpson wearing Bruno Magli shoes, contradicting his denials
  • Simpson admits he has no explanation for the photographs but continues to deny wearing the shoes
  • Baker's redirect focuses on positive family memories before Simpson categorically denies murdering Nicole
Day 40 • 9 proceedings • 1751 utterances
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