Court Files TV Reporter

Court Files TV Reporter is a character in Season Three of the Showtime series DEXTER.

She covers the trial of Chicky Hines who was accused of carjacking and murder.

Summary
Lt. Maria LaGuerta observes ADA Miguel Prado exiting the courtroom where a group of reporters are waiting to question him about the verdict.
 * “The Lion Sleeps Tonight”

"TV Reporter: “Good morning, Mr. Prado. Are you satisfied with the sentencing of Chicky Hines?” Miguel: “I am. I pushed for the maximum on this case, and I got it, and for just cause. With Mr. Hines behind bars for a very long time, I'm hoping that the families of his victims can finally find some peace. Thank you.”"

He walks over to Maria and they speak privately.

"Maria: “Miguel.” Miguel: “Maria. Another win for our team, huh?” Maria: “I have to admit, I'm a little confused. What happened with the witness I gave you? I thought he had information that exonerated Chicky Hines?” Miguel: “I reviewed his statement, it just didn't add up.” Maria: “I thought it at least merited a conversation with him.” Miguel: “I see this kind of stuff all the time. I know you do too. Scumbags trying to play the system, doing whatever they can to stay out of jail. Trust me on this one, hmm?”"

Miguel notices Defense Attorney Ellen Wolf exiting the courtroom, and he quickly leaves; Maria remains behind.

"TV: Reporter: “Ms. Wolf, do you have a statement?” Ellen: “I imagine Assistant District Attorney Prado is going to go home now, strip down to his American flag underwear, and pour himself a nice crime-fighting drink. Make a few fundraising phone calls for his upcoming run for D.A. But the truth is... he just sent an innocent man to prison... for 20 years. Ugh, he should be ashamed of himself. It's despicable.”"

Ellen walks away in a huff, as Maria feels a bit suspicious of Miguel.

Related Pages

 * Chicky Hines
 * Ellen Wolf
 * Miguel Prado
 * Zack Adelman