FTX Founder’s Attorneys Argue for Better Trial Preparation Conditions
FTX founder Sam Bakman-Fried’s attorneys have argued that his current confinement in jail is making it difficult for him to adequately prepare for his upcoming criminal fraud trial. They claim that the restrictions on visitation and access to evidence violate his Sixth Amendment rights. His lawyers have requested weekday access to a room at the Manhattan courthouse where the trial will take place, as well as access to over four terabytes of data for reviewing evidence.
Key Points:
- Bakman-Fried is currently confined to a detention center in Brooklyn after his bail was revoked.
- His lawyers argue that the current schedule for visitation and access to evidence is inadequate.
- They claim that he has “no hope” of reviewing 750,000 Slack messages produced in his case.
- His lawyers have requested weekday access to a room at the Manhattan courthouse for trial preparation.
- They also request access to over four terabytes of data for reviewing evidence.
The prosecutors have sought clarification regarding Bakman-Fried’s defense strategy. His lawyers have indicated that they will pursue an advice-of-counsel defense, but have not provided further details. Federal prosecutors have requested that Bakman-Fried’s counsel expand on this defense or have it precluded at trial if they refuse to comply.
Hot Take:
FTX founder Sam Bakman-Fried’s attorneys are pushing for better trial preparation conditions, arguing that his current confinement is hindering his ability to review evidence. While it remains to be seen whether their requests will be granted, the case highlights the challenges faced by individuals accused of crimes in the crypto industry. As the trial proceeds, it will be interesting to see how Bakman-Fried’s defense strategy unfolds and how it may impact the broader crypto community.
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