Casey Defense: Ban Cameras From Trial - WESH

Casey Defense: Ban Cameras From Trial
'We Don't Live In Libya,' Judge Says
POSTED: 5:23 pm EDT April 15, 2011
UPDATED: 6:14 pm EDT April 15, 2011

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ORLANDO, Fla. -- Casey Anthony's defense is so concerned about media coverage of the murder trial, the lead attorney went so far Friday as to suggest that cameras not be allowed in the courtroom.

Judge Belvin Perry said he didn’t think he would legally be able to restrict media access that much.

"We don't live in Libya," Perry said to defense attorney Jose Baez.

Perry said he hadn't heard of a Florida case where cameras have been turned off in a court.

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