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Judge Lets Stern Go to Bahamas, Begs for Return

Stern and teh JudgeIt's not every day that a judge helps a key witness hop a jet out of the country, but Judge Larry Seidlin just offered Howard K. Stern a choice of two private jets to take him back to the Bahamas for the night.

And so ended today's proceedings in Seidlin's Broward County courtroom, with the judge abruptly stopping the testimony of Anna Nicole Smith's mother, Virgie Arthur. Stern promised that he'll fly back to Florida and return to the courtroom first thing in the morning. The flight takes about 35 minutes.

Originally, the judge had said that Stern would only have to stay for one day in court, but then told him, "I like having you here," and asked him to stay until Wednesday, even offering to fly him back to the Bahamas on a private jet that he claimed to have ready at a moment's notice. (Earlier, Seidlin said that he had procured the services of two jets, one owned by a local sports-team owner and another by a local heart doctor.)

Judge Seidlin practically begged Stern to come back, saying, "Please don't embarrass me by not showing up." Tomorrow's hearing will start at 9:30 AM EST.

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61. This isn't a courtroom proceeding--it's "Happy Days--The Sequel" in which Fonzie grows up and goes to night school to become a probate judge! Heyyyyyyy.

Posted at 6:06PM on Feb 20th 2007 by Barbara

62. Poor Anna! She was the way she as for a reason--I completely believe that her mom was abusive as was her stepfather. She behaved as a battered/abused woman her whole life and when her mom was on all those talk shows it was pathetic how she put her daughter down. Anna's mom never even called her after Daniel died but went on Nancy Grace and Keith Ablow. Howard is no better. The only thing we know is that she loved her son and she belongs at his side. And Larry Birkhead? Thought he was all broken up about Anna, but it looks like he already found a replacement. I think the Medical Examiner cares about ANS more than anyone else. He's the only one who seems to have her best interests at heart without an agenda.

Posted at 6:12PM on Feb 20th 2007 by lutefisk freny

63. Judge Judy would put all their asses where they should be.
Stern & FAMILY jail
MO bodyguard & NURSE wife jail.
Take Anna & Daniel home to Texas & bury them side by side. All those years H.Stern has brainwashed an already burnt brain. Take them HOME!!!! Let Mom & Dad have some peace as with their Daughter & Grandson.
Most important get Dannielynn in protective services,untill her real father is known. PLEASE don't let there be another death. Stern has already implied that they will take the Baby when he draws his last breath.
OK NOW JUDGE THAT BABY'S LIFE IS ON YOUR HEAD NOW!!!!!!!

Posted at 6:20PM on Feb 20th 2007 by Darlene

64. This judge is on crack. Pretty sad when Ryan Seacrest is commenting on his E! show about how ignorant this judge is. Can this story get any crazier?

Posted at 6:14PM on Feb 20th 2007 by Dane Cook is NOT funny

65. what is this judge thinking? He need's to start acting like a judge instead of an Idiot!!!!

Posted at 6:10PM on Feb 20th 2007 by tony

66. My biggest beef in this entire circus is that EVERYONE continues to ignore the elephant in the room that bio-dad has NOT been established and HKS continues to skirt through the system w/o being forced to prove he's the father!!!! I was hopeful earlier that the judge would order this, but once again, it is pushed to side as a secondary issue, as it always is, and every day that goes by is a day that the bio-dad is not bonding with Danielynne. Judge was even emphasizing that he may not see HKS again and why wanted him back tomorrow.... concluding that this judge has no intention on presiding over the paternity dispute.

Posted at 12:00AM on Feb 21st 2007 by cc

67. if they say Bahamas let the Mom bury her there not Howard hes already sold the rights to funeral.

Posted at 8:31PM on Feb 20th 2007 by paul

68. What the F--K? I missed this trial so far and have been reading your comments and the press release by TMZ.

I hope some of those other remarks favoring the "lynching" of HKS and how he has stepped into the Judge's lair giving him a false sense of security and then the noose will tighten when HKS least expects it.

Maybe the $$$$ of Florida's tax payers can be well spent foor putting a 24 hour tail on HKS fro m the moment he touches down to the time he comes back. Can't figure out why he had to go back. I guess I will learn all this by the end of the night. So in the meantime retards..QUIT CLOWNING AROUND!....and that Judge too. The child is the most important...I guess he thinks the body is more important...or the media has demanded he stall and give the impression that the court is fair and balanced.

As far as the jurisdiction of the paternity, the Judge can with a phone call get permission to change jurisdictions.and rule on paternity immediately. I say get someone to get any and all glasses $tern drinks out of, collect his hair brushes and preserve the glasses he drinks from and utensils on that plane. He's cooked no matter what you think.

Posted at 6:11PM on Feb 20th 2007 by Howard\\\'s Pimpin$

69. the Mom's testimony was good... very sweet lady... raised Daniel during his formative years.. its hard to believe that she was related to that trainwreck

Posted at 6:53PM on Feb 20th 2007 by chocobunny

70. I can't believe that sick enabler is going to walk, er, I mean, RUN- and with the judge's permission and PRIVATE JET! They'll never get a swab from that man OR the baby. This is ridiculous. And you just KNOW that none of the evidence from the house (methadone bottle, pics of the official and Anna in her bed, etc) would have ever seen the light of day if that man hadn't handed it all over to the police. Now none of it matters because Howard's going to run like the wimpy little side kick he always was. Great- a wasted life (or two wasted lives, if you count poor Daniel) and now no one to take responsibility, either. I'd respect him more if he owned up to his part in all this and handed over the baby for testing. At least then I could consider him a "man".

Posted at 6:13PM on Feb 20th 2007 by Christi

71.
This whole thing is typical of our system. Where did this juge come from, the mental ward? Oh yeah thats where he met Stern. Bury Nicole anywhere it really doesn't matter,,,she's gone. Her Mom doesn't really care and Stupid Stern doesn't either so bury her in Grants tomb.How exciting this mess is., another OJ judge, another child having a legacy in the sordid mess created for her. How sad anyone has to leave this for a child to carry the rest of her life. Stupid Stern if he is the father should BEG for a DNA test on himself. Money rules.But theres an old saying, a fool and his money are soon parted.

Posted at 6:47PM on Feb 20th 2007 by naomi carl

72. The judge in this case should step down. This is a major conflict and not a good display of his judgement. Clearly all involved know they are attched to the biggest reality-soap(opera) in many,many years.I see lots of money to be made on Stern's book,movie & TV deals!!! Watch & see. While everyone thinks he is after her inheritance money(a lottery ticket at this tine) he will be cashing in BIG TIME on the fast deals. This guy is a genius at deception. Stern makes O.J. seem angelic.

Posted at 6:16PM on Feb 20th 2007 by J. Michaels

73. He is nutty, and they all seemed like they were having so much fun today. Laughing and joking, one calling the other Texas. The worst part was when someone asked if they would be respectful off Anna Nicole's spirit and some of the men snickered and laughed like that would be impossible. The female attorney finally said "I'm not sure this is that funny". Horrible conduct in this courtroom today. Deplorable!

Posted at 6:36PM on Feb 20th 2007 by Trish

74. WITH THE BOMBSHELL DROPPED BY THE MEDICAL EXAMINER THAT ANNA NICOLE'S BODY IS DETERIORATING FASTER THAN EXPECTED THE BODY WOUILL HAVE TO BE RELEASED BY FRIDAY AT THE LATEST SO THIS WILL BE GOOD NEWS FOR HOWARDS SIDE BECUSE THIS JUDGE IS DEFINITELY GOING TO SIDE WITH HOWARD AND THE PATERNITY CASE HAS TO STAY IN CALIFORNIA BECAUSE THE CALIFORNIA JUDGE WOUL'NT GIVE IT UP TO THE FLORIDA JUDGE. AND ALL THESE PEOPLE THAT SAY HOWARD K STERN IS NOT A BAHAMIAN RESIDENT ARE FULL OF sHIT, HE BOUGHT A HOUSE THEIR WITH ANNA AND THEY ARE BOTH ON THE DEED.

Posted at 7:51PM on Feb 20th 2007 by Susie

75. Judge (wanna be television star) Larry Seidlin is Howard K. Stern's new celebrity client / lover! =)

Posted at 6:18PM on Feb 20th 2007 by MBS - Ms.BadAss

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