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Mazan Case Appeal Opens in Nîmes With Sole Appellant

The lone appellant contests intent, claiming he was trapped by the organiser.

Overview

  • The four-day retrial runs October 6–9 in Nîmes before three magistrates and nine citizen jurors.
  • Dominique Pelicot, serving a 20-year sentence and not appealing, is summoned to testify Tuesday as a witness.
  • Gisèle Pelicot, 72, will attend the full hearing and is scheduled to speak on Wednesday.
  • The court can review video recordings seized by police that document the alleged assault and broader abuses.
  • Husamettin Dogan, 44, appears free due to a deferred committal for health reasons and now risks up to 20 years.