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R. Kelly child porn trial begins
05/09/2008 15:40:43
By The Associated Press
CHICAGO - Jury selection began today in the child pornography trial of Grammy-winning artist R. Kelly, who's accused of having sex with a girl as young as 13 on videotape.
Cook County Circuit Court Judge Vincent Gaughan read the 14-count indictment against the R-and-B superstar to about 150 potential jurors who packed the courtroom.
Gaughan refused to allow reporters to view the proceedings. A court official said there weren't enough seats.
This morning, Gaughan denied a defense motion to again postpone the trial -- which has already has been delayed for six years. The centerpiece of the trial is the video footage, which Gaughan ruled may be shown in open court.
The 41-year-old Kelly has pleaded not-guilty. He faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.
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