When Sid is arrested,he is wearing rags.When he is processed into the local jail,he is issued a jumpsuit with the words "Prisoner" written on the back.He has no other clothes and his trial is approaching.His attorney files a motion requesting that Sid not be tried in prison clothing.How is the judge likely to rule? The judge will

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The judge is likely to grant the request and find some other clothes for Sid to wear because it is a common practice in courtrooms to not try defendants in prison clothing as it can bias the jury against the defendant. In addition, denying the request solely based on the fact that there is no prohibition against trying Sid in prison clothes may be seen as a violation of Sid's right to a fair trial. The judge would also not likely deny the request simply for being filed too late, as long as it is still before the trial begins.

When Sid Is Arrested,he Is Wearing Rags