Judge Juan Merchan recently expressed his opinion on the admissibility of certain pieces of evidence in a high-profile case. He stated that he believes the Access Hollywood video tape should not be included in the trial due to its prejudicial nature. Additionally, he mentioned that he does not think the E. Jean Carroll deposition should be admitted as it could potentially turn the trial into a trial within a trial.
Regarding the Access Hollywood video tape, Judge Merchan emphasized the prejudicial impact it could have on the case. He argued that the content of the video may unduly influence the jury and could sway their perception of the defendant. As a result, he suggested that excluding the video tape from the trial would be in the best interest of ensuring a fair and impartial legal proceeding.
