In his own defence: Paul Bernardo admits he raped, but insists he did not kill

Article Abstract:

Bernardo took the stand Aug 15, 1995, and admitted that he kidnapped and sexually assaulted two teenager girls Leslie Mahaffy and Kristen French. But, he claimed both died accidently, while he was out of the room. The jury is likely to reach a decision by Sep 1995.

Cover Story, Rape

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A tenacious defender

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Rosen has defended more than 100 people charged with murder and will represent Paul Bernardo in his upcoming murder trial. The case has attracted widespread publicity and will likely make Rosen famous. He is a well-regarded within the legal community.

Attorneys, Lawyers, Practice, Biography, Rosen, John

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Legal lesson or soap opera

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The Canadian Broadcasting Corp (CBC) filed a petition to be allowed to television Bernardo's murder trial. There is intense interest in the case in Canada, but television coverage is not usually allowed. Bernardo's lawyers support the CBC's petition.

Television broadcasting industry, Media coverage, Canadian Broadcasting Corp., Murder trials

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