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Can defendants ask for committal hearings to be held in private after Adams' trial?

  • No

  • Yes

  • It depends on the case

  • Only in severe cases

Answer

Yes, defendants can ask for committal hearings to be held in private after Adams' trial. This is because a defendant has the right to a fair trial and the public's right to know about criminal proceedings must be balanced with the defendant's right to privacy. In order to protect the defendant's right to privacy, committal hearings may be held in private if the defendant requests it and the court agrees.
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