In view of the preponderance of new evidence, I have no alternative except to grant a new trial.

6 seconds sound clip from the The Naked Street (1955) movie soundboard.

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- Now, these men came to me of their own free will when they heard that I was trying to reopen the case.

- Now may I further direct your attention to the affidavit of Miss Millie Swadke.

- She states that at the exact time of the incident at Barricks' liquor store, the defendant was indulging in refreshments at her candy store some four blocks away.

- And he engaged her in conversation for some time after the Barricks incident.

- I've read the affidavit.

- In view of the preponderance of new evidence, I have no alternative except to grant a new trial.

- Has the district attorney any comment?

- A new trial at this time would be a complete waste of the State's funds.

- Under the present peculiar circumstances, the defendant will be declared innocent and I would never again be able to try him for this murder which I'm firmly convinced he did commit.

- Your Honor, I move for immediate dismissal of the charge against my client.

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