Jury sworn in for Russell Brand trial on rape and sexual assault charges
A jury has been selected for the trial of comedian Russell Brand, who faces multiple charges of rape and sexual assault spanning a decade. The trial is expected to last six weeks, with the judge instructing jurors to avoid outside research on the case.
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High-profile sexual assault trials involving public figures are significant for the legal system and public discourse on accountability.
Russell Brand arriving at Southwark crown court on Tuesday. Russell Brand arriving at Southwark crown court on Tuesday. UK news Jury sworn in for Russell Brand trial on rape and sexual assault charges Prosecution expected to open its case on Wednesday after eight men and four women selected as jurors
Prefer the Guardian on Google Russell Brand has attended court for the second day of his rape and sexual assault trial and a jury has been selected in the case.
The 51-year-old comedian faces three charges of rape, three of sexual assault and one of indecent assault against six women, in allegations spanning 10 years from 1999 to 2009. Brand denies all the charges.
Jury selection at Southwark crown court began on Monday morning with a warning from the judge, Mr Justice Bennathan, to ignore past reporting about Brand and allegations of sexual misconduct.
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