George Zimmerman wants state of Florida to pay for expensive defense [View all]

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It is my understanding that Zimmerman had quite a bit of financial support from the NRA and other gun-nut type groups early on in the 'justice' process. How much, I don't know, but apparently enough for him and his wife to perjure themselves regarding the amount. I find it hard to believe that he did not receive more than enough to cover his expenses by the time the trial had ended.

Nonetheless, even if he was not fully reimbursed, I personally consider this request to be arrogant and insulting.

George Zimmerman will ask the state of Florida to reimburse him for as much as $300,000 in expenses he racked up successfully defending himself in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin, NBC News has learned.

Zimmerman and his legal team believe they are entitled to the refund because Zimmerman was acquitted of second-degree murder July 13 for having shot and killed Martin, 17.

The shooting in February 2012 sparked a national discussion over racial profiling after Zimmerman, a neighborhood watch volunteer, said he acted in self-defense.

The motion, to be filed by Zimmerman's lead attorney, Mark O'Mara, would seek refunds for the hundreds of thousands of dollars the defense spent on fees for expert witnesses and court reporters for depositions, travel and other similar expenses.

More here: http://usnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/08/27/20203855-george-zimmerman-wants-state-of-florida-to-pay-for-expensive-defense?lite