FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The Parkland school shooting trial ended its first week Wednesday, with several dozen potential jurors passing the first cut to serve on a case expected to last through September.
Despite the explosive nature of the trial, the first week opened quietly, with the Fort Lauderdale courtroom’s spectator benches almost empty by Wednesday.
During the hours of proceedings, potential jurors were offered the chance to describe any time commitments that would prevent them from serving on such a lengthy case. Most have been excused, typically citing job commitments, vacation plans or the need to care for family members.
