PROCEEDINGS:
Nair is discussing rulings on the "distorting effects" of televised hearings, explaining why he has not allowed this.
Nair says Roux, Pistorius's lawyer, had a particular opposition to televising proceedings.
He talks about photographers in other cases "zooming in on the accused, flashing at will" – he did not want that to happen in the Pistorius case. But he appreciates the need for freedom of expression and has tried to accomodate the press wherever he could, Nair says. He introduces the applicant: Oscar Pistorius, a professional athlete. Barry Roux appears for him. Gerrie Nel appears for the state.
He talks about photographers in other cases "zooming in on the accused, flashing at will" – he did not want that to happen in the Pistorius case. But he appreciates the need for freedom of expression and has tried to accomodate the press wherever he could, Nair says. He introduces the applicant: Oscar Pistorius, a professional athlete. Barry Roux appears for him. Gerrie Nel appears for the state.
Nair runs through the hearing earlier this week that led to his
ruling that this was a schedule six offence (a charge of premeditated
murder). Nair is running through the last few days' hearings.
Nair says it is usual practice for the applicant to be detained in prison rather than at a police station. But counsel for the accused said he needed to consult with him frequently. Nair was convinced by this argument of Roux's.
More Updates coming later...
By the way, 'Nair is the Magistrate, DESMOND NAIR...
Nair says it is usual practice for the applicant to be detained in prison rather than at a police station. But counsel for the accused said he needed to consult with him frequently. Nair was convinced by this argument of Roux's.
More Updates coming later...
By the way, 'Nair is the Magistrate, DESMOND NAIR...
Is this write supposed to be a thriller or something,could have told us who nair was earlier,rather than the by the way,method and barry roux appears for him,meaning?
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