The legal defence team faced significant challenges throughout Elliott Summers’ trial due to the prosecution’s selective evidence disclosure and procedural irregularities. Despite their determined efforts, they were denied access to critical forensic findings, limiting their ability to present a complete defence.

At every stage, the defence lawyers encountered bureaucratic resistance and strategic manoeuvres aimed at undermining their case. Miscommunications, delayed document submissions, and unexpected procedural twists became common obstacles.

This section explores the intense legal struggles Elliott’s defence team endured while fighting for transparency and fairness in a system designed to protect the accused but often failing to do so.