Attempted Assassination in Ontario

[bluntpencil2001]

"The fact that you're bringing up another case, for which the good Judge hasn't been briefed is utterly unorthodox.

The fact that the previous charges were dismissed means that, thanks to Double Jeopardy, several parts of the new case cannot be pursued, such as association with the SCRA, an organisation with which Mister Katz, a civilian with dual citizenship has had contact with in the past.

That leaves only incitement of riots and, of course, treason... which there is no evidence of since our client has never acted against Liberty, at least not in any way in which his legal rights do not allow.

The incitement of riots, well, we've all seen the evidence, and we can all agree that, ahem, 'Internal Security' and their murderous snipers caused that. Firing shots at a hockey game? Come on. Ending the match at half-time would be enough to cause bloody riots!"

Leon sighed, turned to the Judge, and some convenient cameras, speaking further,

"The fact that we can make a capable defence against these charges without preparation shows how weak they are, your honour.

There is a lack of evidence of actual crimes, the prosecution attempting to silence legitimate political dissent by using the law as a weapon against the people it is supposed to protect."

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