Speak Up Las Cruces: Attorney Michael Stout

Peter talks with attorney Michael Stout on how the pandemic affects trials -- or makes a fair trial impossible. He has said, "Not knowing what lies behind a mask is no joke when expressions of the juror, witness or lawyer lead to a serious judgment. The New Mexico Supreme Court is wrestling with its approach to trials.  . . . Unfortunately, the court’s twin aspirations — protecting public health and constitutional rights — are physically opposed to each other."