Pros:
1. Promotes a civilized and respectful discourse during the trial proceedings. 2. Helps maintain professionalism and a sense of decorum in the courtroom. 3. Fosters an environment conducive to a fair and impartial trial. 4. Encourages open-mindedness and constructive dialogue among attorneys. 5. Sets a positive example for future legal proceedings.
Cons:
1. May distract from the core issues of the trial if focus shifts solely to mutual respect.
2. Difficult to enforce and define what constitutes mutual respect in a heated legal exchange.
3. Could be perceived as prioritizing formality over the pursuit of truth and justice.
4. May limit the zealous advocacy of attorneys who feel the need to challenge each other forcefully.
5. Potential for escalating tensions and personal animosity among lawyers involved in the trial.
Tensions rose in Trump’s fraud trial as attorneys engaged in a heated exchange, shifting from a calm conversation to mutual accusations of impoliteness and lack of respect.
