George Floyd Case: State Asks Court To Reconsider Its Approval Of Audio, Video Coverage During Trial

From CBS Minnesota:

By WCCO-TV

December 1, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — The State of Minnesota has filed a motion in the George Floyd case, asking the Hennepin County District Court to reconsider its approval of audio and video coverage during the trial.

According to the State’s motion, the court’s order on Nov. 4 allowing the audio and video coverage upsets a “careful balance” set by the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. The State says the rules allow audio or visual recordings of criminal trials, but only if the State and defendants consent “in writing” or “on the record” prior to the trial.

“Moreover, even when the parties consent, the Rules prohibit video and audio recordings of ‘any witness who objects thereto in writing or on the record before testifying.’,” the motion reads.

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