An accused has a constitutional right to a fair trial and may raise concerns about race and discrimination if they identify it as an issue in their case. (slaw.ca)
It is difficult to disagree in the abstract with that court's analysis balancing the defendant's right to a fair trial against the public right of access. (bc.edu)
The group said the risk of tougher punishment has intimidated defendants from filing legitimate challenges to their convictions, interfering with their constitutional right to a fair trial. (fija.org)