Doubt means acquittal, says Bain judge

Published: 10:56AM Thursday June 04, 2009 Source: NZPA

Now Playing: Uncertainty means aquittal, says Bain judge (2:12)

Source: ONE News

Justice Graham Panckhurst has told jurors in the David Bain murder trial that if there is uncertainty in their minds they must acquit him
Now Playing: ONE News Extra: Excerpts from Judge Panckhurst's summing up (3:47)

At the end of the three month trial, Justice Graham Panckurst told the jury to put their emotions aside and decide on the facts alone during his summing up.
Now Playing: Legal expert outlines Bain jury options (3:30)

Source: Close Up

Queen's Counsel Nigel Hampton outlines the options for the David Bain jury and the question of compensation
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