As it stands, the brief is 59,850 words.

The limit was supposed to be 25,500.)

He claimed the states prosecution of the actor best known for his role onThat 70s Showhad two fundamental flaws.

NASHVILLE, TN - JUNE 07:  Danny Masterson speaks during a Launch Event for Netflix “The Ranch: Part 3” hosted by Ashton Kutcher and Danny Masterson  at Tequila Cowboy on June 7, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee.  (Photo by Anna Webber/Getty Images for Netflix)

Danny Masterson speaks during a Launch Event for Netflix “The Ranch: Part 3” hosted by Ashton Kutcher and Danny Masterson at Tequila Cowboy on June 7, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee.Anna Webber/Getty Images/Netflix

Police did record Does initial police interview, but investigators lost the recording by 2020.)

It is true, of course, that a defendant is not entitled to a perfect trial.

He is, however, still entitled to a fair one, the lawyers said.

Masterson, 48, filed his notice of appeal in November 2023.