Faris fears ‘no fair trial’
Faris was given two days to appoint a lawyer and is worried about his detention conditions and getting enough time with lawyers.
01 May 2018, 9:00 AM
Faris Maumoon MP has expressed skepticism in getting justice because of the “inconsistent constitutional system” in the Maldives, local media reported, as he went on trial for terrorism.
He appeared in court on Monday for a pretrial hearing and said there was no hope of a free trial. He asked Judge Ahmed Hailam to stop his speech if it was in contempt of court.
But the judge did not stop him and the detained lawmaker went on to underline the need to halt trials in a situation where there was doubt about over a fair verdict.
Hailam assured him that adequate time and opportunities would be given in the trial as it was the responsibility of the court to establish fairness.
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