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Jenrick criticised by judge for X post during murder trial

Jenrick criticised by judge for X post during murder trial

A High Court judge has criticized the shadow justice secretary, Robert Jenrick, for a social media post made during a murder trial. The judge described Jenrick's message as "ill thought through" and stated that it had the potential to influence the ongoing proceedings. The incident occurred during the trial of a woman accused of murdering her husband. Jenrick had posted a message on social media that was deemed to be prejudicial to the case. The judge expressed concern that the post could have compromised the impartiality of the jury and the fairness of the trial. The judge's remarks highlight the importance of maintaining the integrity of the judicial process, particularly in high-profile cases. Elected officials and others in positions of influence are expected to exercise caution and restraint when commenting on active legal proceedings to ensure that the rights of the accused are protected.

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