Article: Jackson faces jurors as abuse trial starts.(News)

Byline: LIAM CHRISTOPHER

MICHAEL JACKSON faced prospective jurors in his child- moles tation trial yesterday after being greeted by a crowd of fans shouting encouragement.

Jackson, dressed all in white and shielded by an umbrella, waved to supporters as he walked into the courthouse.

After more than an hour's wait, Jackson and his attorney stood and faced the first group of prospective jurors filing into the courtroom.

Superior Court Judge Rodney Melville told the prospective panel lists they might have to serve for about six months, but that it was an important duty.

``Most of us have relatives who have fought and died to ...

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