They haven't been deceived by the system, they've been deceived by comments given outside the courtroom. Some local defence lawyers agree. I think it's dangerous practice to speak of the merits or lack of merits of the case as it's ongoing. The trial is in the courtroom and not in the public domain. Brian Beresh, who does speak to reporters during trials, said defence lawyers have to learn to walk a fine line.
Lawyers have an obligation to make the public aware of what's happening in court.
But that is much different than spin-doctoring evidence. There is nothing wrong with helping the public understand. Reporters and producers are aware of that danger, said John Baker, executive producer of CBC-TV news in Edmonton. He said CBC screened out any scrum material that veered into interpretation. Both Lawson and Baker defend interviews during a trial.