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Jury trials set to resume next month
Summary
The Central Criminal Court announced that jury trials, suspended after the March Covid‑19 lockdown, will resume on 20 July 2020. Justice Paul McDermott said two trials will start on that date, serving as templates for further trials later in the year. He noted that judges will remain available during the usual August‑September vacation period if guidelines allow. Custody trials were given priority, though many had been adjourned during the emergency. The court highlighted extensive safety measures, including larger spaces for jurors to maintain social distancing.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Jury trials set to resume next month. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- July 20th Hearing Or Sentence
- 2020-06-10 Publication
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
Topics
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