Assistant Prosecutor Visone is prosecuting a gang case. Many of the State’s witnesses are reluctant to testify because they fear they will be labelled a “snitch” and gang members will retaliate against them. The Prosecutor makes a motion to close the courtroom and not allow anyone from the public (especially gang members) in to watch the trial.

What will the Court consider in deciding this motion? If you were the Judge, what would your ruling be and why?Explain

Your answers should display both critical thinking and knowledge of the course material (especially that which was covered in Chapter 13).

*Above are the professor’s notes*

The textbook where chapter 13 is needed is Criminal Procedure (Justice Series) (Subscription) by John L. Worrall. 3rd edition.