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AUGUSTA A Lewiston man accused of three counts of gross sexual assault had his bail reduced Tuesday, after having spent the last 17 months in jail unable to make bail while awaiting a trial delayed indefinitely in large part due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The case of Adamel D. Rosario Jr., 40, of Lewiston, is illustrative of the dilemma faced by the criminal justice system in balancing the defendant’s right to a speedy trial and to be considered innocent until proven guilty, with the need to protect the public and the victim from harm, while also ensuring the suspect does not flee.