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Where Should Stines’ Trial Be Held | Bristol Virginia News
A former Kentucky sheriff accused of murdering a judge is locked up without bail for nearly two years, and now the trial’s location is sparking a heated legal battle. The prosecution wants to move it far from Letcher County, citing overwhelming local media buzz that taints jury impartiality. The defense counters with a nearby county, arguing distance doesn’t solve bias when everyone’s watching online—and that staying close ensures better witness access and a robust jury pool. With Pike County as their preferred spot and distant counties like Christian or Daviess on the prosecution’s list, the…
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