Celebrity Justice
New Twist in Garrison Manslaughter Case

Former "Prison Break" star Lane Garrison will face the music in a Beverly Hills courtroom in about an hour, and the results could be dramatic and surprising.

TMZ has learned the judge will hold a victim impact hearing, in which the two women in the vehicle he was driving will testify. We're also told the parents of the 17-year-old boy who died in the crash will also be front and center.

Garrison, who pleaded guilty to vehicular manslaughter and faces a max of six years in prison, will also have friends present to testify. Jessica Simpson, one of Garrison's childhood friends, will not take the stand.

The buzz we're hearing -- it's not going to be as cut and dried as everyone thinks. Stay tuned.



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1. he should do 15 year's to life.

Posted at 10:50AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by frank russo

2. Check him for tattoos before he goes in!!

Posted at 10:50AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by Jimmy Driveby

3. HE SHOULD DO A LONG TIME IN JAIL, ITS SOOOO UNFAIR TO DRINK AND DRIVE

Posted at 10:52AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by KAROLINA

4. He f**k up and now he has to pay big time. the guy has pissed his life away. This could happen to anyone who drinks and drives.

Posted at 10:51AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by Mikey

5. So sad for the families of these victims!!

Posted at 11:08AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by LAPD

6. All the best for court Lane

I dont care what you say, everyone deserves a second chance in life, I am not saying that what Lane did was ok, but he made a mistake, it could happen to anyone.

But he has took full responsibility for the crash and has done service announcements, I admire him for doing that. Bash me all you want but thats just my opinion.

Thinking if you Lane

Posted at 10:57AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by Mikey H

7. For once a celebrity steps up to the plate and accepts responsibility for his actions and doesn't try to pass the buck or check into faux rehab. Give the guy a break!

Posted at 10:57AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by sia

8. I agree, he deserves a second chance like everyone else does.
And he'll get his chance after he does the time.

Posted at 11:06AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by bIUBBULa

9. Start spreading your ass cheeks now so they will not be so tight when you go to jail

Posted at 11:07AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by Scot

10. Ahhhhh the good life. Hey kids, become a celebrity and you'll be able to take drugs, start drinking at 15, and not have to every worry about facing reality.

I'm glad Lane feels soooooo bad about his F-up, but anyone who commited the same crime would receive at least 6-15 yrs. in the pokey for manslaughter. Sad part is, while lane gets out an probably re-vamps his career, that poor kids family will see Lane alive and free, and on T.V.

Posted at 11:12AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by FREAK-ON-A-LEASH

11. What a good friend Jessica Simpson is to be there for her friend when he clearly needs all the friends he can at this time.

This is not going to be an easy day for anyone - especially the family of the deceased.

Posted at 12:01PM on Aug 2nd 2007 by Tired and Ready for A Nap

12. why is the son of a bitch going to jail, he can break out. dont you think he learned anything on prison break. who ever is childhood friends with jessica simpson should not get in trouble.

Posted at 11:16AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by waka waka

13. The people with him made their own choice to ride with him while knowing that he had been partying. Yes he is at fault but they are not totally innocent either. He didn't shoot anyone, it was a car accident.

Posted at 11:26AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by Ha Ha Ha

14. This is just a sad, sad story. My heart goes out to the victim's family. I have no doubt this man is suffering tremendously for what has transpired. They could all use our prayers.

Posted at 11:32AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by anonymous

15. At least he has made an apology---and not on GMA trying to look perfect. His PS announcement is heartwrenching to watch. He seems contrite and true. Nicole seems phony and given time I think she will be out again. Pregnancy is not rehab. Jessica Simpson is ridiculous--claims to be a Christian. Where is she is her friends time of need? Oh yeah, she is in Nashville recording a country album. Can't hack it in rock/pop make a country one.

Posted at 11:44AM on Aug 2nd 2007 by Scout

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