11. He repeatedly referred to the carnival-like televised trials a generation ago of Dr. Sam Sheppard on murder charges and Billie Sol Estes on charges of fraud. 12. He would go on to resurrect himself into a best-selling author, becoming nationally recognized, thanks to the televised Simpson trial. 13. Ito repeatedly referred to the carnival-like quality of televised trials of Dr. Sam Sheppard on murder charges and Billie Sol Estes on charges of fraud. 14. Judges also expressed concern that witnesses at televised trials might feel chilled or intimidated by the presence of cameras. 15. Justice Department lawyers had argued that an exception to the rules prohibiting televised trials could endanger the judge, jurors, witnesses and court security personnel. 16. Recent well-publicized televised trials like that of Lorena Bobbitt and William Kennedy Smith generally have won favorable reviews, both inside and outside the judicial system. 17. Shelling would videotape the televised Simpson trial during the day and then watch the court proceedings late into the night, according to testimony. 18. Soap operas once ruled daytime airwaves, but televised trials, talk shows and specialized cable channels now vie for the same audience. 19. The problem with televised trials, Clinton added, is they contribute to the distractions that surround all high-profile cases. 20. The strain brought by her nationally televised trial has all but derailed her marriage plans. |