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Delay, Delay, Delay: Will He Ever Be Held Accountable?

The timeline for the conclusion of legal proceedings involving Donald Trump is uncertain and subject to various legal and procedural factors.

Libby Winkler
4 min readMar 2, 2024
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Legal cases, especially those involving complex issues or high-profile figures, can experience delays due to a multitude of reasons, including but not limited to:

  1. Legal Motions and Appeals: Defense teams can file numerous pre-trial motions, such as motions to dismiss charges, suppress evidence, or change venue, which can prolong the pre-trial phase. Appeals on certain pre-trial rulings can also add to the timeline.

2. Discovery Process: The discovery phase, where both sides exchange evidence and information, can be lengthy, especially if there’s a significant amount of material to review or if there are disputes over what information must be shared.

3. Scheduling Conflicts: Coordinating the schedules of all involved parties, including the court, defense, prosecution, and witnesses, can lead to delays. High-profile cases often involve busy attorneys and public figures with complicated schedules.

4. Complexity of the Cases: The more complex the case, the longer it typically takes to go to trial. Cases involving intricate…

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Libby Winkler
Libby Winkler

Written by Libby Winkler

Freelance writer who loves exploring the messiness of humanity, while poking around in nooks of life and shining light on all the things that make us complex..

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