Defense Argues Broadcasting Defendant's Statements Violates Constitutional Rights

What was said

"The United States Supreme Court said in Estes versus Texas that the televising of a defendant in the act of confessing to a crime was inherently invalid under the Due Process Clause of the 14th Amendment, even without a showing of prejudice."

Defense attorney Novak argued that broadcasting portions of witness statements containing alleged confessions by Robinson violates his 14th Amendment due process rights, citing Supreme Court precedent. The defense requested exhibits containing such statements not be televised during the preliminary hearing to preserve Robinson's right to a fair trial.