Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, has expressed concern over the prolonged delay in the 2020 electoral fraud case and is urging for an expeditious commencement of the trial.
The case, centered around allegations of an attempt to manipulate the 2020 general and regional elections, has been adjourned to October 25, further extending the timeline for resolution.
Attorney General Nandlall emphasizes that it is imperative for justice to be delivered swiftly.
While discussions persist regarding various legal aspects, including separation of charges and the appointment of a special magistrate, Nandlall asserts that the public is eager to witness progress in the proceedings.
Nandlall supports the proposition for a special magistrate or the implementation of an appropriate arrangement to facilitate a prompt trial.
In March of the previous year, the government formally requested that the Chief Magistrate consider consolidating the cases and assigning a single magistrate to oversee the proceedings.
The accused individuals, including former APNU+AFC government minister Volda Lawrence, former GECOM Returning Officer for District Four, Clairmont Mingo, former Deputy Chief Election Officer Roxanne Myers, APNU+AFC’s Chief Scrutineer, Carol Smith Joseph, and former Chief Election Officer, Keith Lowenfield, are alleged to have conspired to falsify the results of the March 2, 2020, elections.