Justice

Should crime victims have the right to refuse public trials?

For

It protects their privacy and trauma.

Against

Trials must be open to ensure transparency and fairness.

Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.

For

  • Protection of the victim could be a reason
    RedditOriginal language: English
  • Health information is not freely available but once it's an exhibit it becomes less protected.
    RedditOriginal language: English

Against

  • Trials are public for the purpose of citizen oversight over the process.
    RedditOriginal language: English
  • Historically, secret proceedings have led to abuses.
    RedditOriginal language: English
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