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Document 20-cr-0030
AI Analysis
Summary: The defense requests a trial continuance due to the difficulties caused by COVID-19 and the recent superseding indictment, arguing that they need more time to prepare and investigate new allegations. The government had previously represented that the trial would last two weeks, but now predicts it will last a month. The defense argues that the government's proposed timeline is unrealistic and ignores the impact of COVID-19 on trial preparation.
Significance: This document is potentially important because it reveals the defense's argument for a trial continuance due to the challenges posed by COVID-19 and the superseding indictment, and highlights the complexities of the case.
Key Topics:
request for trial continuance
impact of COVID-19 on trial preparation
superseding indictment and new charges
Key People:
- Ms. Maxwell - defendant