Legendary US music producer Phil Spector faces upwards of 15 years in prison after being found guilty of the second degree murder of actress Lana Clarkson. The conviction follows a retrial and Spector could now die in jail, although his lawyers have indicated they plan to appeal.
The producer, 68, who has previously worked with many legendary names including the Beatles, The Ronettes, The Ramones, and The Righteous Brothers became renowned for his 'wall of sound' production style.
He had pleaded not guilty but was convicted unanimously by a jury following 30 hours deliberation and now faces a minimum term of 15 years when he is sentenced at the end of May.
Former actress and star of 80's cult film Barbarian Queen, Clarkson, 40, was shot in the mouth at Spector's home in 2003 during a game of Russian roulette.
Spector's former chauffeur Adriano De Souza, who called emergency services, told the trila that the producer had said "I think I killed somebody" to him as he exited his house with a gun. Spector's legal team disputed this version of events, claiming De Souza misheard his employer.
Spector's legal team are now planning an appeal. "I don't think justice was done today" defence lawyer Doron Weinberg said. He added he was certain Spector had not been proven guilty "under the proper legal standard" and jurors were presented with "improper and prejudicial evidence" which prevented them from being able to make a fair assessment.
Spector who remained quiet while the verdict was read out is due to be sentenced on May 29.
10:09 AM | 14/04/2009
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