This podcast episode explores the challenges faced by defense lawyers in closed-door trials in Russia. With limited access to information and evidence, defense lawyers are at a significant disadvantage compared to the prosecution. The low chances of acquittal in closed-door trials highlight the pressure on judges and the prioritization of convictions in the Russian judicial system. The history and evolution of closed-door trials, as well as the potential for prisoner swaps, add another layer of complexity. In the case of Evan Gershkovich, who is facing trial in Russia, negotiations for a potential swap with a convicted assassin held in Germany are ongoing. Despite the uncertainty, efforts are being made to secure Evan's release and bring him home.
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