Legal Community Divided Over Use Of Internet In Michael Jackson Case
The decision taken by California prosecutors to establish a web site containing
information on the child abuse charges levelled at Michael Jackson has divided
the US legal community, according to reports. The site, which was created to alleviate the media furore surrounding the case,
has been heralded by some observers as a victory for public access. However, other observers have suggested that the move undermines the court
proceedings, and will create more of a media frenzy. Speaking to Reuters this week, William Weston, associate dean and professor
at the Concord Law School expressed support for the latter reading of the situation,
explaining that: "When you throw details out on the internet, it diminishes the dignity
of the court. It now puts the case in the court of public opinion." .
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