Info Haiti appears to have access to the judge. However, the transcripts of all testimony and the judge's conclusion are protected by the secrecy clauses of Haitian law. They will not be sent to the prosecutor until the end of the month. Former Aristide bodyguards have twice threatened the judge, who has inadequate police protection. The disposition of Judge Gassant's report promises to be a major issue for the Aristide government in the weeks ahead.
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Tells local elected officials to complete their terms. Seen as hardening position. With comments by Evans Paul and the Civil Society Initiative. However, Aristide was not necessarily referring to legislators. Says he stands by March 14 offer to shorten their terms.