When prosecutors seek the death penalty, a book with hundreds of motions kicks in that draws out a case for months, costing taxpayers thousands. “When you seek the death penalty, you have to do a unified appeal process, which is very detailed and more rigorous than a non-death penalty case from the time it starts all the way through the motions,” said Superior Court Judge Bonnie Oliver. The defense book has grown considerably over the career of Superior Court Judge Andrew Fuller, looking at criteria such as a demographically balanced jury box and other circumstances.