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Karen Reed and Officer John O'Keefe were together for two years when he was found dead in the snow outside of a friend's home.

Prosecutors say that Reed struck O'Keefe with her SUV and left him to die,

while defense attorneys allege that she is the target of an elaborate cover-up.

Her first trial ended with a hung jury.

Now she prepares to stand trial once again.

I'm Vinipolitan, and on this week's Court TV podcast, you'll hear arguments on motions related to key evidence in this fast-approaching retrial.

Have a listen.

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All right.

So there's no greater constitutional right than the defendant's right to a fair trial,

including a fair and impartial jury, the right to present a defense

and confront witnesses, and the right to counsel, which includes counsel of her choice.

So I've just had a thorough colloquy with Ms. Reed. I believe it was extensive and thorough,

and she has expressed to me a strong

desire to continue with her lawyers. Ms. Yenetti, is Mr. Jackson lead counsel? I just want

to make the record clear. Mr. Jackson, are you lead counsel?

We don't define our roles in such a matter, Your Honor.

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