MR. Relik, you misunderstand my inquest. I am not accusing anyone of
anything. I am just trying to clear the air. I am just stating the facts
that everyone knows when I bring up the subject of the hand. No accusations
were made." Dais paused once more. "My primary concern is for the safety
of the station and the people aboard it. The hand could pose a danger;
past, present, or future; to both. Being able to examine the hand would be
helpful in preventing possible infections and other similar dangers. Since
it is clear to everyone here that Mr. Allso had possession of the hand at
his arrival on the station, it is only logical that he either still has it,
disposed of it, or know where it went when it left his possession."
It is like this Commander Dais. All we have is your word that this severed
hand exists. Our preliminary investigation does not support your
statements." the Chief of Staff replied.
Joe decided to add his pennies worth at that point.
"Mr. Relik, let me be as diplomatic as I am capable of being. We have scans
of the hand being on the person of your courier. This evidence, no matter
how it was obtained, is still evidence until a judge says otherwise. That
is a procedural if not legal fact. Furthermore, as a member of the
Federation you are subject to the laws of the Federation..."
Rivik interrupted, "You forget, Lt.Commander Garibaldi, that we enjoy
diplomatic immunity." his tone being more than somewhat snide.
Garibaldi replied in kind, only to a more arrogant and headstrong tone,
"Your immunity is to Earth law, not Federation Law, which the charges will
be filed under Federation Law. Furthermore, immunity is not absolute. High
crimes or serious crimes are excluded. Crimes such as terrorism, smuggling,
and murder." emphasis on the last bit.
"We turned the investigation over to you in the spirit of inter-member
relations, however, we can just as easily turn it over to the Federation
Bureau of Investigation. Your cooperation is not only appreciated, but is
required.
To help ensure your cooperation, I have this for you." he added handing over
a PADD.
Taking the PADD Rivik asked, "What is this?"
"It is a material witness order. Mr. Allso is forbidden to leave the solar
system, and his whereabouts are to be reported to the Court. It is
reccommended that Mr. Allso remain on Spacedock if not within the Embassy.
Failure to comply with the order will result in furhter legal action."
It was obvious that this was an unexpected move, and it was not taken well.
Relik was beside himself in disbelief. The Chief of Staff, Rivik, was
simply dumb-founded. Allso, was also in shock...
Dais had to admit that he was feeling a bit of shock. Their
good-cop/bad-cop routine had turned into a double whammy. It might have
proved to be a good thing though. The Bajorans needed to realize that they
were serious about this hand business.
"It would seem that everything is on the table, gentleman. Perhaps it is
time that we get down to serious business and get this situation resolved.
The situation is serious, but not impossible to deal with. We just need to
work together as your Ambassador agreed to.'
(response)
Jack
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