Judge tells court those interested in criminal case against Bruce Lehrmann for alleged rape need to be ‘careful with the words they publish’ ahead of trial
The ACT’s Supreme Court Chief Justice has warned the more people keep talking about a rape allegation involving former parliamentary staffer Brittany Higgins, the greater the risk the case will be halted.
A chief justice is more than just a court’s figurehead: they are responsible for defending and promoting the court’s institutional integrity, and this must be taken into account when appointing them.