The time is right and you’re ready, you just need to do it!” Carter wrote in one message. Their relationship largely consisted of text messages and emails. He also argued that Carter shouldn’t have been charged with manslaughter because Massachusetts doesn’t have a law against encouraging or assisting suicide. “At trial, it’s proof beyond a reasonable doubt, which is a much higher standard, and I’m confident that ultimately, after trial, Michelle Carter will be acquitted,” he said. The case drew national attention after transcripts of text messages Carter sent to Roy were released publicly, showing her urging him to follow through on his plan to kill himself and chastising him when he expressed doubts.

Source: National Post July 01, 2016 19:18 UTC