In Jones's assault trial, the judge rejected a claim that the defence was intimidating a witness. He allowed them to ask a complainant's ex-girlfriend about money problems.
Why it mattersHow tough judges let defence lawyers push witnesses in court changes whether people speak up in assault trials.
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