Would judge-only trials give George Pell a better chance for a fair go?

By Adam Cooper
Updated July 10 2017 - 7:24pm, first published 1:20pm
Cardinal Pell has been the focus of intense international media attention. But will it lead to a fair trial by jury?
Cardinal Pell has been the focus of intense international media attention. But will it lead to a fair trial by jury?

Senior lawyers say Victoria should allow judge-only trials in some cases, after expressing concerns Cardinal George Pell would not get a fair hearing on historic sex charges.

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