Wednesday, 23 July 2003

A new twist of jurisprudence! Today we had a trial in a 2m x 3m room. I hope I can be forgiven for my ignorance. As I spoke to the woman and refused to answer her questions without the presence of my lawyer, I thought she was part of the bureaucratic machinery of the new prison. She was supportive enough: She allowed us our right of not answering without the presence of a lawyer. Then, after two minutes, the surprise! I am a judge... I decide whether or not you get bail... Menace to society... No reason to believe... bail denied.

beautiful.

tarek
ps. As I was walking out, the judge asked when our court date was. 7 October. Wow! 7 October? Yes. You're going to be here until 7 October? Yes. Wow. You should try to get bail...