Q and A on the Sub Judice Rule

00:00 00:09 1. What does the term “Sub Judice” mean? 00:46 2. What does “judge” or “court” mean in relation to the Sub Judice rule? 02:06 3. What does “matters under judicial consideration” mean? 02:37 4. What then is the Sub Judice rule? 03:36 5. What is the purpose of the restriction? 04:35 6. To whom does the restriction apply? 05:08 7. What are these comments and disclosures that are restricted? 11:54 8. Does the Sub Judice Rule violate the people’s right to free speech? 13:32 9. When is a case considered “pending”? 13:51 10. When does a judgment become final and executory? 20:50 11. Will it violate the sub judice rule if a lawyer makes public appearances or statements in relation to a terminated case or legal matter? 22:59 12. What is the penalty for violating the sub judice rule?