Hunter Biden‘s defense in his federal gun trial might seem far-fetched, but one attorney suggests it could be effective.
Sol Wisenberg, a former Whitewater lawyer, discussed on Fox News how Hunter Biden may leverage jury instructions in his trial, sparking debate.
The argument revolves around whether there is evidence showing that Hunter knowingly lied on the firearm purchase form, given his completion of a detox program.
Despite appearing odd, this tactic aims to give a lifeline to jurors inclined towards acquittal, as Wisenberg explains.
Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, faces federal firearm charges in Delaware, challenging allegations of lying on a gun purchase form in 2018.
Notorious for his past substance abuse issues, Hunter maintains he had completed rehab before purchasing the firearm and denied current drug use on the form.
The ongoing trial, attended by Hunter’s relatives including First Lady Jill Biden and Beau Biden’s widowed wife Hallie, is expected to last several days.
Interestingly, the defense wanted the jury informed that Hunter may have acted in “good faith” when incorrectly completing the form – a point fiercely opposed by prosecutors.