if effective measures are not implemented to provide security for defense attorney who are clearly at risk.
To minimize the risks involved, the court must make sure the lawyers it appoints mount a vigorous defense.
We will look very carefully at how the judges respond to motions submitted by the defense, including requests for more time to allow adequate preparation.
A fair trial requires defense counsel who can defend their clients zealously, without fear of reprisal.
These trials are commencing in an environment of severe insecurity, ... Everyone participating in the trial participation in the trial process judges, prosecutors, victims, witnesses and defense counsel are exposing themselves to grave risks.
It was clear that Slobodan Milosevic was not conducting a legal defense to the charges he was facing.