The marine sergeant accused of plotting to kidnap and kill a man in Iraq is pleading with court officials to let his jury hear classified information that he believes will benefit his case.
However, the military judge assigned to the case questions the relevance of the information in regards to the sergeant’s case.
Classified Information
Sgt. Lawrence Hutchins [...]
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Accused Marine Sergeant Wants to Disclose Classified Info in Trial
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