Man To Face Trial In Marino Slaying
Peterson Held On $1 Million Cash Bail
Updated: 12:15 pm CDT August 24, 2008
MADISON, Wis. -- A Dane County judge has set a trial date for a Minnesota man accused of fatally stabbing a Madison man earlier this year.Jury selection will begin Jan. 12 for Adam Peterson, 20, of North Grant.The former University of Wisconsin-Madison student has been charged with first-degree intentional homicide, which carries a maximum sentence of life in prison.He's accused of stabbing Joel Marino, 31, while attempting to rob his home.Police said Peterson admitted to the stabbing and said he wasn't thinking sanely at the time.The trial date was set Thursday.An answering machine at the office of Peterson's defense attorney did not accept a message Saturday afternoon.Peterson is being held on $1 million cash bail.
Previous Stories:
- August 12, 2008: Marino Reward Fund Stays Put Until There Is A Conviction
- July 20, 2008: Man To Stand Trial In Marino Slaying
- July 10, 2008: Preliminary Hearing For Peterson Set For Next Friday
- July 9, 2008: Man Accused Of Marino Killing Won't Waive Right To Preliminary Hearing
- July 3, 2008: Attorney: Peterson Gave Police Statement
- July 2, 2008: Ex-UW Student Jailed On $1 Million Bail In Marino Slaying
- June 28, 2008: Minnesota Man Charged In Madison Slaying
- June 28, 2008: Neighbors Shocked To Hear About Peterson's Arrest
- June 27, 2008: Marino Investigation Timeline
- June 27, 2008: Suspect Arrested In Connection To Marino Slaying
- May 24, 2008: Marino's Girlfriend Pens Letter Urging End To Blame Game
- May 22, 2008: Marino's Grandmother Makes Plea For Help
- May 21, 2008: Slaying Victim's Parents Meet With Police Chief
- May 19, 2008: Police: Zimmermann, Marino Slayings Don't Appear To Be Linked
- May 17, 2008: 911 Call Reveals Details Of Possible Sighting Of Marino Suspect
- May 16, 2008: Madison Police Invite Slaying Victim's Father To Meet
- May 9, 2008: Marino's Grandmother Says She's Frustrated By Madison Police
- May 9, 2008: Marino Family Meets With Attorney General
- May 3, 2008: Slaying Victim's Father Wants State Help In Investigation
- April 14, 2008: Jam Session Raises Funds For Marino's Favorite Programs
- March 17, 2008: Marino's Family Concentrates Efforts Downtown
- March 11, 2008: Marino's Friends, Family Grateful For Any News On Investigation
- March 11, 2008: Police Release New Details In Marino Investigation
- February 27, 2008: Police: Person Of Interest In Marino Death Is Suspect
- February 25, 2008: Candlelight Vigil Gives Peace In Marino Case
- February 14, 2008: Marino's Stepmother Speaks Out After Stabbing Death
- February 9, 2008: Reward Fund In South Side Slaying Increases To $40,000
- February 5, 2008: Authorities Hope Billboard Generates Leads In South Side Stabbing
- February 4, 2008: Friends, Family Hope Flyers Will Spur Someone's Memory In Marino's Death
- February 2, 2008: Funeral Held For South Side Stabbing Victim
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