frank-cole
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Good point, it probably does have an effect. It enables more time to reflect. In a case of a serial sexual offender, involving multiple crimes - perhaps the trial, in 1 block - (4-6 week ish) - reflects the serial nature of the offending and therefore can be displayed more effectively in court. Long gaps could perhaps render evidence & witnesses to be perceived independently rather than taken into wider context of a 1 offender 1 area 5 sex crimes.Interesting concept that the proceedings are so dragged out.
It does mean that judges and lawyers have ample time to consider witness statements and prepare further questions at leisure.
Very different to a jury trial where lawyers have to think on their feet and may miss or omit to question some crucial piece of evidence.
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