Lawyers for Tiananmen vigil activist seek early acquittal in subversion trial

Lawyers for a Tiananmen vigil activist have begun submissions seeking an early acquittal from the subversion charge, arguing that prosecutors misinterpreted China’s constitution and presented a flawed case. Barrister Erik Shum, representing Lee Cheuk-yan, argued on Monday that prosecutors erred in saying that there are no “lawful means” to call for an end to the […]

By Hans Tse