What's Happening in George Zimmerman's Trial

Jury finds Zimmerman not guilty of second-degree murder.

Latest Developments - BET.com gives you an update on what's happened so far in the George Zimmerman trial. Zimmerman was found not gulity in the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin in February 2012.  —BET.com (Photo: Joe Burbank - Pool/Getty Images)

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Latest Developments - BET.com gives you an update on what's happened so far in the George Zimmerman trial. Zimmerman was found not gulity in the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin in February 2012.  —BET.com (Photo: Joe Burbank - Pool/Getty Images)

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Not Guilty - A Seminole court clerk read the jury's verdict of not guilty Saturday (July 13) night. The jury deliberated for 16 hours before acquitting Zimmerman of a second-degree murder charge in the fatal shooting of Trayvon Martin. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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Not Guilty - A Seminole court clerk read the jury's verdict of not guilty Saturday (July 13) night. The jury deliberated for 16 hours before acquitting Zimmerman of a second-degree murder charge in the fatal shooting of Trayvon Martin. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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State Attorneys Disappointed in Verdict - State attorney Angela Corey expressed disappointment over the jury's decision. "We have been respectful to the living," Corey said. She believes they "brought out the truth" on behalf of Trayvon. Assistant District Attorney Bernie De La Rionda added, "we believe in the right to bear arms and the right to self-defense, we felt in this case that it was not appropriate." (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL) 

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State Attorneys Disappointed in Verdict - State attorney Angela Corey expressed disappointment over the jury's decision. "We have been respectful to the living," Corey said. She believes they "brought out the truth" on behalf of Trayvon. Assistant District Attorney Bernie De La Rionda added, "we believe in the right to bear arms and the right to self-defense, we felt in this case that it was not appropriate." (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL) 

Benjamin Crump Calls for Peace - Trayvon Martin family attorneys Daryl Parks (L) and Benjamin Crump spoke after the jury's decision. "For Trayvon to rest in peace, we must all be peaceful," Crump said. He added that society "can learn from this tragedy... and make sure that it's not repeated." (Photo: Gary W. Green-Pool/Getty Images)

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Benjamin Crump Calls for Peace - Trayvon Martin family attorneys Daryl Parks (L) and Benjamin Crump spoke after the jury's decision. "For Trayvon to rest in peace, we must all be peaceful," Crump said. He added that society "can learn from this tragedy... and make sure that it's not repeated." (Photo: Gary W. Green-Pool/Getty Images)

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Defense Says State Could Never Prove Zimmerman Guilty - Defense attorney Mark O'Mara said the media turned Zimmerman into a monster and that the state "charged him with a crime they could never, ever prove." Don West added that it was a shame "that it took this long under these circumstances to finally get justice." (Photo: Gary W. Green-Pool/Getty Images)

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Demonstrators Gather to Await Verdict - Supporters of both Trayvon Martin and George Zimmerman gathered on Saturday (July 13) outside of the Seminole County courtroom, where the jury deliberated the verdict. Deputies tried to maintain calm after a shouting match erupted into pushing. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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Demonstrators Gather to Await Verdict - Supporters of both Trayvon Martin and George Zimmerman gathered on Saturday (July 13) outside of the Seminole County courtroom, where the jury deliberated the verdict. Deputies tried to maintain calm after a shouting match erupted into pushing. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

Jury Could Begin Deliberations Today - After defense attorney Mark O'Mara wraps up closing arguments Friday morning (July 12), jurors will likely begin deliberating a verdict for Zimmerman. They could find him guilty of manslaughter, second-degree murder or not guilty.(Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

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Jury Could Begin Deliberations Today - After defense attorney Mark O'Mara wraps up closing arguments Friday morning (July 12), jurors will likely begin deliberating a verdict for Zimmerman. They could find him guilty of manslaughter, second-degree murder or not guilty.(Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

Prosecutor De La Rionda Says Trayvon Was Profiled - The jury heard closing arguments Thursday (July 11) from prosecutor Bernie De la Rionda who emphasized that Trayvon was innocent. "A teenager is dead," de la Rionda said, "because a man made certain assumptions...and because his assumptions were wrong, Trayvon Benjamin Martin no longer walks on this Earth."  (Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

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Prosecutor De La Rionda Says Trayvon Was Profiled - The jury heard closing arguments Thursday (July 11) from prosecutor Bernie De la Rionda who emphasized that Trayvon was innocent. "A teenager is dead," de la Rionda said, "because a man made certain assumptions...and because his assumptions were wrong, Trayvon Benjamin Martin no longer walks on this Earth." (Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

Closing Arguments Begin Today - Prosecutors are to present closing arguments at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 11 and defense attorneys Friday, July 12. Judge Debra Nelson will decide what charges the jury should consider in reaching a verdict for Zimmerman. He is charged with second-degree murder, but jurors will now be able to consider the charge of manslaughter.(Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

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Closing Arguments Begin Today - Prosecutors are to present closing arguments at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 11 and defense attorneys Friday, July 12. Judge Debra Nelson will decide what charges the jury should consider in reaching a verdict for Zimmerman. He is charged with second-degree murder, but jurors will now be able to consider the charge of manslaughter.(Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

Defense Closes Case - On Wednesday (July 10), defense attorneys called their last witnesses to the stand. A self-defense expert Dennis Root told jurors he didn’t believe Zimmerman had any other choice but to shoot Trayvon after their fight broke out. Zimmerman did not want to testify. Olivia Bertalan, a former neighbor of Zimmerman, said she was consoled by him after she was robbed by two young African-American men.(Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

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Defense Closes Case - On Wednesday (July 10), defense attorneys called their last witnesses to the stand. A self-defense expert Dennis Root told jurors he didn’t believe Zimmerman had any other choice but to shoot Trayvon after their fight broke out. Zimmerman did not want to testify. Olivia Bertalan, a former neighbor of Zimmerman, said she was consoled by him after she was robbed by two young African-American men.(Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

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Judge Rules Against Animation Evidence - On July 10, Judge Debra Nelson ruled that Zimmerman’s lawyers could not use an animation of the incident or Trayvon’s text messages as evidence in the trial. Dennis Root, the defense's law enforcement expert, was the first witness called to the stand. Defense attorneys are expected to wrap up their case on Friday. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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Judge Rules Against Animation Evidence - On July 10, Judge Debra Nelson ruled that Zimmerman’s lawyers could not use an animation of the incident or Trayvon’s text messages as evidence in the trial. Dennis Root, the defense's law enforcement expert, was the first witness called to the stand. Defense attorneys are expected to wrap up their case on Friday. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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Expert Says Trayvon Was on Top of Zimmerman - Vincent di Maio, a forensic pathologist, testified for the defense on July 9 that Zimmerman was telling the truth about Trayvon being on top of him before the neighborhood watch volunteer fired his gun. He also added that Zimmerman should have been sent to the hospital after his injuries.  (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

Trayvon’s Father Speaks on Capitol Hill - Trayvon Martin’s father, Tracy Martin, made opening remarks on Capitol Hill addressing the challenges faced by African-American boys and men. The event was organized by the Congressional Caucus on Black Men and Boys.  (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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Trayvon's Father Testifies - Tracy Martin, the father of Trayvon, testified on July 8 that he never denied that the voice on a recording of the fatal shooting incident was that of his son. Judge Debra S. Nelson also ruled that defense attorneys could mention that Trayvon had small traces of marijuana in his system at the time of his death. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL) 

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Mothers Take the Stand - On July 5, the mothers of Trayvon Martin and George Zimmerman testified that it was their son's screams on the 911 tape. The medical examiner faced down defense attorneys and the prosecution said it has finished presenting evidence.(Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

Celebs React to the Trayvon Martin Verdict - Just like the bulk of Americans following the infamous Trayvon Martin case, celebrities were outraged hearing the "not guilty" verdict bestowed upon George Zimmerman for the murder of the innocent teen. Stars such as Dwyane Wade, Debbie Allen, Nicki Minaj, Diddy, Russell Simmons and Lil Wayne all shared their astonishment via Twitter. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

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Zimmerman’s School Records Revealed - On July 3, Judge Debra Nelson decided that details of Zimmerman’s criminal justice education will be allowed in the trial. Prosecutors argued that Zimmerman had an interest in becoming a police officer and that his course work is evidence of that. Defense attorneys believe the course work is irrelevant and that Trayvon’s school records should be used if Zimmerman’s records are revealed. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

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Medical Examiner Says Zimmerman’s Injuries Were Minor - Medical examiner Valerie Rao testified on July 2 that Zimmerman’s injuries were insignificant. "They were so minor that the individual who treated and examined Mr. Zimmerman decided stitches weren't required," Rao said. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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Medical Examiner Says Zimmerman’s Injuries Were Minor - Medical examiner Valerie Rao testified on July 2 that Zimmerman’s injuries were insignificant. "They were so minor that the individual who treated and examined Mr. Zimmerman decided stitches weren't required," Rao said. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

Zimmerman: "I Wasn't Following" Trayvon - Attorneys continue to question Sanford police officer Chris Serino for a second day on Tuesday, July 2. On Monday, videos of Zimmerman’s statements to the police after the shooting were played in court. "I wasn't following. I was just going in the same direction," Zimmerman said in one recording. "That's following, man," Serino told him. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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Zimmerman: "I Wasn't Following" Trayvon - Attorneys continue to question Sanford police officer Chris Serino for a second day on Tuesday, July 2. On Monday, videos of Zimmerman’s statements to the police after the shooting were played in court. "I wasn't following. I was just going in the same direction," Zimmerman said in one recording. "That's following, man," Serino told him. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

Trayvon’s Parents May Testify This Week - In the fourth week of the trial, an FBI audio expert took the stand on July 1. In addition, the medical examiner who conducted Trayvon's autopsy, Trayvon's parents and the lead police investigator in the case may be called to testify for the prosecution. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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Trayvon’s Parents May Testify This Week - In the fourth week of the trial, an FBI audio expert took the stand on July 1. In addition, the medical examiner who conducted Trayvon's autopsy, Trayvon's parents and the lead police investigator in the case may be called to testify for the prosecution. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

Physician Assistant Speaks on Zimmerman's Injuries - The third week of the trial concluded with a key state witness testifying in court Friday. Physician assistant Lindzee Folgate examined and treated Zimmerman the day after the shooting. She said that in his earlier visits with her he had begun to "exercise intensely with mixed martial arts." When asked by defense attorney Mark O'Mara if all of Zimmerman's head injuries were a result of being hit on concrete, she responded, "It could be consistent. Yes." (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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Physician Assistant Speaks on Zimmerman's Injuries - The third week of the trial concluded with a key state witness testifying in court Friday. Physician assistant Lindzee Folgate examined and treated Zimmerman the day after the shooting. She said that in his earlier visits with her he had begun to "exercise intensely with mixed martial arts." When asked by defense attorney Mark O'Mara if all of Zimmerman's head injuries were a result of being hit on concrete, she responded, "It could be consistent. Yes." (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

Neighbor Says Trayvon Was on Top of Zimmerman - John Good, Zimmerman’s neighbor who witnessed the fight, testified that Trayvon was on top of Zimmerman during their fight. When asked if he saw Trayvon slam Zimmerman’s head into the concrete, Good said, “No.” He added that he heard someone calling out “help” but wasn’t sure if it was Zimmerman. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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Neighbor Says Trayvon Was on Top of Zimmerman - John Good, Zimmerman’s neighbor who witnessed the fight, testified that Trayvon was on top of Zimmerman during their fight. When asked if he saw Trayvon slam Zimmerman’s head into the concrete, Good said, “No.” He added that he heard someone calling out “help” but wasn’t sure if it was Zimmerman. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/POOL)

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Rachel Jeantel's Second Day on the Stand - Rachel Jeantel, the last person to speak to Trayvon, returned to the witness stand for a second day Thursday in a somewhat tense exchange with defense attorney Don West. When West suggested that Trayvon provoked Zimmerman and may have lied to her on the phone the night of his death, she responded, “That’s retarded, sir.” A T-mobile executive and neighbor Jenna Lauer, who was the first to call 911, also testified. (Photo: Jacob Langston/Orlando Sentinel)

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Rachel Jeantel's Second Day on the Stand - Rachel Jeantel, the last person to speak to Trayvon, returned to the witness stand for a second day Thursday in a somewhat tense exchange with defense attorney Don West. When West suggested that Trayvon provoked Zimmerman and may have lied to her on the phone the night of his death, she responded, “That’s retarded, sir.” A T-mobile executive and neighbor Jenna Lauer, who was the first to call 911, also testified. (Photo: Jacob Langston/Orlando Sentinel)

Trayvon’s Friend Says He Was Being Followed - Rachel Jeantel gave a tearful testimony in court Wednesday about their final phone conversation. She recalls him saying, “What are you following me for?” and she told him to run as a man he described as a “creepy-*ss cracker” got closer to him. (Photo: Jacob Langston-Pool/Getty Images)

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Trayvon’s Friend Says He Was Being Followed - Rachel Jeantel gave a tearful testimony in court Wednesday about their final phone conversation. She recalls him saying, “What are you following me for?” and she told him to run as a man he described as a “creepy-*ss cracker” got closer to him. (Photo: Jacob Langston-Pool/Getty Images)

Smithsonian Museum Seeks Trayvon's Hoodie for Permanent Display - The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture wants to acquire the hoodie Trayvon Martin wore the night he was shot and killed by George Zimmerman for its permanent collection. The hoodie became an international symbol in "Justice for Trayvon" rallies and social media campaigns to support the teen and his family before and during the trial for his murder. (Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

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Photos of Trayvon’s Body Shown, Father Leaves Courtroom - Trayvon Martin’s hoodie and several graphic photos of his body were presented to the public for the first time on June 26. His father, Tracy Martin, walked out of the courtroom after the first photos were shown. His mother, Sybrina Fulton, remained seated and looked away from the projector during the screening of the photos.(Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

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Bag of Skittles and Zimmerman’s Gun Presented to Jury - The jury was presented with physical evidence from the night George Zimmerman shot and killed Trayvon Martin including Zimmerman’s gun, a bag of Skittles and Trayvon’s Black hoodie. These items became symbols during national protests against Sanford police, who delayed Zimmerman’s arrest after the unarmed teenager’s death.(Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

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Bag of Skittles and Zimmerman’s Gun Presented to Jury - The jury was presented with physical evidence from the night George Zimmerman shot and killed Trayvon Martin including Zimmerman’s gun, a bag of Skittles and Trayvon’s Black hoodie. These items became symbols during national protests against Sanford police, who delayed Zimmerman’s arrest after the unarmed teenager’s death.(Photo: Gary W. Green/Orlando Sentinel)

Defense Lawyer Opens Trial With Knock-Knock Joke - Defense attorney Don West began the trial’s opening statements Monday with a “knock-knock” joke. Jurors will continue to hear testimony from witnesses Tuesday. On June 24, jurors heard from a police dispatcher, a 7-Eleven employee and a teenager who was with Trayvon Martin the day he was killed.(Photo: AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Joe Burbank/Pool)

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Defense Lawyer Opens Trial With Knock-Knock Joke - Defense attorney Don West began the trial’s opening statements Monday with a “knock-knock” joke. Jurors will continue to hear testimony from witnesses Tuesday. On June 24, jurors heard from a police dispatcher, a 7-Eleven employee and a teenager who was with Trayvon Martin the day he was killed.(Photo: AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Joe Burbank/Pool)

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Opening Statements Begin - Opening statements began on June 24 in the second-degree murder trial. Jurors heard attorneys from both sides deliver their versions of the events leading up to Zimmerman shooting and killing Trayvon Martin in February 2012. (Photo: Gary W. Green-Pool/Getty Images)

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Opening Statements Begin - Opening statements began on June 24 in the second-degree murder trial. Jurors heard attorneys from both sides deliver their versions of the events leading up to Zimmerman shooting and killing Trayvon Martin in February 2012. (Photo: Gary W. Green-Pool/Getty Images)

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Judge Bans Audio Experts - On Saturday (June 22), Judge Debra Nelson banned two audio experts from testifying on behalf of the prosecution.  Experts Alan R. Reich and Tom Owen had previously concluded that Trayvon Martin’s voice was heard screaming for help on a recording before he was killed.(Photo: Gary W. Green-Pool/Getty Images)

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Judge Bans Audio Experts - On Saturday (June 22), Judge Debra Nelson banned two audio experts from testifying on behalf of the prosecution.  Experts Alan R. Reich and Tom Owen had previously concluded that Trayvon Martin’s voice was heard screaming for help on a recording before he was killed.(Photo: Gary W. Green-Pool/Getty Images)

Day 10 - Debra Nelson ruled that prosecutors may use the word "profiled" when referring to George Zimmerman's actions on the night he killed Trayvon Martin. (Photo: Gary W. Green-Pool/Getty Images)

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Day 10 - Debra Nelson ruled that prosecutors may use the word "profiled" when referring to George Zimmerman's actions on the night he killed Trayvon Martin. (Photo: Gary W. Green-Pool/Getty Images)

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Day 9 - After painstaking questions to potential jurors, a panel — five of them white, one Hispanic and all of them women — was selected to determine the fate of George Zimmerman. (Photo: Gary W. Green-Pool/Getty Images)

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Day 9 - After painstaking questions to potential jurors, a panel — five of them white, one Hispanic and all of them women — was selected to determine the fate of George Zimmerman. (Photo: Gary W. Green-Pool/Getty Images)

Day 8 - Second-round questioning began on June 19  and attorneys dug deeper into the potential jurors backgrounds. They were asked about how long they have lived in Seminole County, Florida, their family and marital status, career background and other personal questions. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

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Day 8 - Second-round questioning began on June 19  and attorneys dug deeper into the potential jurors backgrounds. They were asked about how long they have lived in Seminole County, Florida, their family and marital status, career background and other personal questions. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

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Day 7 - Attorneys narrowed down their pool to 40 potential jurors on June 18, day 7 of the second-degree murder trial. They filled the quota needed to move forward into the second phase of questioning.  (Photo: Joe Burbank - Pool/Getty Images)

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Day 6 - Four more potential jurors were asked to return for the second round of questioning on June 17, day 6 of the trial. Attorneys asked them how the media impacted their views of the case.  (Photo: AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Joe Burbank, Pool)

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Day 5 - June 14 marked the end of the first week of jury selection, 85 jurors were sent home following interviews. Judge Debra Nelson also announced the jury would be sequestered for the duration of the trial.  (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

Day 4: Jurors to Be Sequestered  - Judge Debra Nelson ruled that selected jurors would be sequestered. Potential jurors have been asked about potential hardships their families would face if they were isolated for the two to four week duration of the trial. A search for six unbiased jurors, plus four alternates, is still underway.(Photo: AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Joe Burbank, Pool)

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Day 4: Jurors to Be Sequestered - Judge Debra Nelson ruled that selected jurors would be sequestered. Potential jurors have been asked about potential hardships their families would face if they were isolated for the two to four week duration of the trial. A search for six unbiased jurors, plus four alternates, is still underway.(Photo: AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Joe Burbank, Pool)

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Day 4: 10 Potential Jurors Needed for Next Round of Questioning - By the end of day three, 75 jury candidates had been disqualified. Attorneys need 30 potential jurors to go into the next round of questioning, which involves more in-depth interviews on personal views and life experiences. So far, attorneys have selected 20 potential jurors to go into the next round of questioning. (Photo: Joe Burbank - Pool/Getty Images)

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Day 3: Attorneys Continue to Question Jurors - On day three of the second-degree murder trial, attorneys continue questioning potential jurors about their knowledge of the case. M-75 stated that her friends had strong opinions of the case, but she has yet to form her own. E-73 was uncertain if she agreed with the possibility of voice experts being allowed to testify during the trial.

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Day 3: Attorneys Continue to Question Jurors - On day three of the second-degree murder trial, attorneys continue questioning potential jurors about their knowledge of the case. M-75 stated that her friends had strong opinions of the case, but she has yet to form her own. E-73 was uncertain if she agreed with the possibility of voice experts being allowed to testify during the trial.

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Day 2: 71 Potential Jurors Dismissed - Eleven potential jurors were interviewed and 71 potential jurors were dismissed after just taking a questionnaire on day two of the second-degree murder trial. One woman said she had only heard of Zimmerman the day before. Others showed knowledge of key evidence in the case. No jurors were selected Tuesday.(Photo: Joe Burbank - Pool/Getty Images)

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Trayvon's Parents on Day 1 - Tracy Martin and Sybrina Fulton, the parents of slain teen Trayvon Martin, with their attorney, Benjamin Crump, sit in court for the first day of the trial of George Zimmerman. On June 10, jury selection began for the case and the process is expected to take up to three weeks to choose a six-person jury. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)

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Trayvon's Parents on Day 1 - Tracy Martin and Sybrina Fulton, the parents of slain teen Trayvon Martin, with their attorney, Benjamin Crump, sit in court for the first day of the trial of George Zimmerman. On June 10, jury selection began for the case and the process is expected to take up to three weeks to choose a six-person jury. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)

Day 1 of Many to Come - George Zimmerman and his attorney, Mark O'Mara, in Seminole circuit court on the first day of his trial. O'Mara requested to delay the trial, but the request was quickly denied by Judge Debra Nelson. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)

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Day 1 of Many to Come - George Zimmerman and his attorney, Mark O'Mara, in Seminole circuit court on the first day of his trial. O'Mara requested to delay the trial, but the request was quickly denied by Judge Debra Nelson. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)

Facing a Trial Herself - George Zimmerman's wife, Shellie, sits with the family's security guard. Shellie faces a perjury charge for lying about the couple's finances. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)

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Facing a Trial Herself - George Zimmerman's wife, Shellie, sits with the family's security guard. Shellie faces a perjury charge for lying about the couple's finances. (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)

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Trayvon's Parents Speak Out - “We are seeking justice for our son and a fair trial. Trayvon's life was taken unnecessarily and tragically. But we call upon the community to be peaceful," Tracy Martin said. "We have placed our faith in the justice system and ask the community to do the same. Please pray for Trayvon and for our family.” (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)

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Trayvon's Parents Speak Out - “We are seeking justice for our son and a fair trial. Trayvon's life was taken unnecessarily and tragically. But we call upon the community to be peaceful," Tracy Martin said. "We have placed our faith in the justice system and ask the community to do the same. Please pray for Trayvon and for our family.” (Photo: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)

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Zimmerman's Defense Misstated Nature of Trayvon Martin Video - In a statement released June 2, Zimmerman's defense apologized for stating at a May 28 court hearing that Trayvon recorded on his cellphone two friends beating up a homeless man. The defense clarified that the video was apparently of two homeless men fighting over a bike, and Trayvon and his friend decided to record it as they passed by. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty/Images)

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Zimmerman Out of Money - Zimmerman's lawyers announced on their legal website last week that the former neighborhood watchman's defense fund had dwindled down to just $5,000 and said they are seeking more money for his trial. They have raised and spent about $400,000 up to this point. (Photo: Joe Burbank - Pool/Getty Images)

Trayvon's Personal Texts, Photos Ruled Out - The judge also ruled that Zimmerman's defense cannot use text messages taken from Trayvon's cell phone, mention fights the teen was involved in prior to his confrontation with Zimmerman, or Trayvon's alleged drug use during opening statements of the trial. However, some of that information could be introduced at a later date if proven relevant, the judge said. Zimmerman's defense previously argued that the 17-year-old was high on marijuana the night he was killed. (Photo: Sanford District Court)

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Judge Limits Use of Trayvon's Past - Also on May 28, Judge Debra Nelson ruled that some of Trayvon's text messages and social media will be banned from use during opening statements at trial. Additionally, the defense may not make mention of Trayvon's past fights, alleged drug use or school suspensions, but she said the defense could possibly re-introduce this information at a later date if proven relevant. (Photo: Sanford District Court)

Second Witness List Released - On April 18, Zimmerman's defense team released its second witness list. The six-page document listed dozens of names from the Sanford Police Department, investigators from Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the State Attorney's Office, officials with the Medical Examiner's office, and civilians, among others. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty/Images)

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Gag Order Request Struck Down - The judge also blocked a gag order prohibiting attorneys in the case from discussing the trial publicly. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty/Images)

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Jury Won't Be Sequestered - The pool of 500 jurors will not be sequestered during jury selection, Nelson ruled on May 28. 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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Jury Won't Be Sequestered - The pool of 500 jurors will not be sequestered during jury selection, Nelson ruled on May 28. Nelson also struck down a motion allowing jurors to visit the shooting scene during trial. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

Sanctions Against State Remain Unresolved - Zimmerman was present for the final pre-trial hearing on June 6, where Judge Nelson considered a request from the defense to sanction prosecutors for withholding evidence. "Zimmerman's attorneys claimed that prosecutors withheld deleted photos and text messages that came from Martin's cellphone," writes the Associated Press.(Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

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Sanctions Against State Remain Unresolved - Zimmerman was present for the final pre-trial hearing on June 6, where Judge Nelson considered a request from the defense to sanction prosecutors for withholding evidence. "Zimmerman's attorneys claimed that prosecutors withheld deleted photos and text messages that came from Martin's cellphone," writes the Associated Press.(Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

Witnesses Will Testify Publicly - Also on June 6, Judge Nelson denied the defense's request to have several witnesses remain anonymous during trial out of concerns for their safety. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

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Witnesses Will Testify Publicly - Also on June 6, Judge Nelson denied the defense's request to have several witnesses remain anonymous during trial out of concerns for their safety. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

Motion for "Inflammatory" Terms Banned From Trial - Zimmerman's defense had previously filed a motion seeking to ban prosecutors from using certain words and phrases when referencing Zimmerman during the trial. "Profiled," "vigilante" and "wannabe cop" are among the terms defense lawyers argued were "disparaging and inappropriate." Judge Nelson has yet to rule. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

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Motion for "Inflammatory" Terms Banned From Trial - Zimmerman's defense had previously filed a motion seeking to ban prosecutors from using certain words and phrases when referencing Zimmerman during the trial. "Profiled," "vigilante" and "wannabe cop" are among the terms defense lawyers argued were "disparaging and inappropriate." Judge Nelson has yet to rule. (Photo: Joe Burbank-Pool/Getty Images)

Analyzing the Voice on the 911 Call - Tom Owen, an expert hired by an Orlando newspaper, testified Friday that screams for help on 911 calls don't match Zimmerman's voice. Trayvon's family says it was the teen screaming and Zimmerman's father has said it was his son.(Source: AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Joe Burbank, Pool)

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Analyzing the Voice on the 911 Call - Tom Owen, an expert hired by an Orlando newspaper, testified Friday that screams for help on 911 calls don't match Zimmerman's voice. Trayvon's family says it was the teen screaming and Zimmerman's father has said it was his son.(Source: AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Joe Burbank, Pool)