Support of the Appeal

Michael Travesser / Wayne Bent at sunset

The trial of Wayne Bent (Wayne Bent v. State of New Mexico) occurred in Taos, New Mexico, December 8, 2008 through December 12, 2008 with the verdict being rendered on December 15, 2008. An appeal is in process now.  The following are several writings supporting the position of Wayne Bent in the appeal.


The Writers of the Support statements

These writers are individuals who state that they witnessed firsthand, glaring legal injustices and dishonesty in the way the trial was conducted by the State and the Court. These witnesses also affirm that they have firsthand knowledge of prior legal proceedings beyond the scope of mere perusal of the transcripts — information which enables the testimony given in the trial to be seen in a clearer light. They believe this information should be included in considering the trial and sentencing of Wayne Bent. They have prepared the following documents of support.


Jeff Bent

Remarks and observations from Jeff Bent


Allasso Travesser

Remarks and observations from Allasso Travesser


Hanifa Travesser

Remarks and observations from Hanifa Travesser (updated)


Grace Travesser

Remarks and observations from Grace Travesser


Carol Rose Travesser

Remarks and observations from Carol Rose Travesser


Amber Pierce

Remarks and observations from Amber Pierce


Tonda Dale

Remarks and observations from Tonda Dale


Jennifer Flemming

Remarks and observations from Jennifer Flemming


Misty Sayer

Remarks and observations from Misty Sayer