Key Rulings in Tuesday's Zimmerman Hearing
Trayvon's alleged drug use is barred from trial.
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Latest Developments - On Tuesday, Circuit Judge Debra Nelson made several key rulings pertinent to George Zimmerman's second-degree murder trial in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin, set to begin June 10. Keep reading for a look at the day's biggest developments. — Britt Middleton (Photos from left: Sanford District Court, Joe Burbank - Pool/Getty Images)
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Use of Trayvon's Past Ruled Out…for Now - Nelson said that Zimmerman's defense won't be allowed to use Trayvon's alleged drug use, school suspensions or past fighting during opening statements at trial. However, she said the defense could possibly reintroduce this information at a later date if proven relevant during trial. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)
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Trayvon Texts and Social Media Accounts - Some of Trayvon's text messages and social media references will also be barred from opening statements during trial. However, the judge says they may be introduced later if proven pertinent. (Photo: Sanford District Court)
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No Delay in Trial - Judge Nelson also denied a request to delay the trial date, scheduled for June 10. Zimmerman's attorney, Mark O'Mara, said of the ruling the defense would "have a lot more work to do than we can get accomplished between now and June 10," according to the Associated Press. Zimmerman was not present at Tuesday's hearing. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)
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Jury Won't Be Sequestered - A pool of 500 perspective jurors will not be sequestered during jury selection, Nelson ruled. She said jurors will only be referred to by their jury numbers and photography of their faces will be prohibited. Nelson also struck down a motion allowing jurors to visit the shooting scene during trial. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)
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