From our perspective, what I think is important is the prosecution team, in conjunction with specialists from the criminal justice branch, are reviewing the decision and the proceedings. After that review, they will determine what action, if any, should be taken.
We laid 27 counts . . . based on our charge assessment standard, those are the ones that have met it so far.
The ruling has not in any way affected the available evidence in this case.
It was to be expected. It's because of the publication ban and I didn't expect crowds after the first day.
This case is unprecedented in magnitude. This is truly a mega-case.
It's important that everyone understands that each one of the counts on the direct indictment are separate and discrete counts that are built on evidence.
A senior lawyer reviewed the file and the circumstances of the offender.