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Summary  
The documents detail the trial of Sirhan Bishara Sirhan (24), a Jordanian immigrant accused of assassinating Senator Robert F. Kennedy on June 5, 1968, at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. Sirhan pleaded not guilty to five counts of murder and was initially scheduled for trial on November 4, 1968, but the date was later moved to January 1969. The defense argued his mental capacity was compromised, citing a motion to explore insanity as a legal defense. Legal proceedings included motions related to jury selection, courtroom security, and the admissibility of evidence. Sirhan’s attorney, Grant Cooper, faced scrutiny over financial disclosures and alleged misconduct during pre-trial hearings. The prosecution sought the death penalty, referencing past cases like Caryl Chessman’s execution in 1960. Court records mention witness testimonies, forensic evidence, and security measures for the trial, including restrictions on media access and public attendance.  

Key People  
- Sirhan Bishara Sirhan: Accused of assassinating RFK; Jordanian immigrant; pleaded not guilty to murder charges.  
- Grant Cooper: Defense attorney; faced allegations of financial impropriety during pre-trial proceedings.  
- Russell B. Parsons: Attorney involved in Sirhan’s defense; referenced in court filings and media reports.  
- Emile Zola Berman: Attorney for Sirhan; noted as one of the most prominent criminal lawyers in Los Angeles.  
- Judge Herbert V. Walker: Superior Court judge presiding over Sirhan’s trial; previously associated with Caryl Chessman’s case.  

Key Locations  
- Ambassador Hotel, Los Angeles: Site of RFK’s assassination on June 5, 1968.  
- Los Angeles Superior Court: Venue for Sirhan’s trial and related legal proceedings.  
- FBI and Los Angeles Sheriff’s Office: Involved in investigations and security measures during the trial.  

Key Events  
- June 5, 1968: RFK was assassinated at the Ambassador Hotel; Sirhan was arrested shortly after.  
- November 4, 1968: Initial trial date set for Sirhan; later postponed to January 1969.  
- January 1969: Trial commenced with motions regarding insanity defense, jury selection, and courtroom security.  
- Legal arguments over the admissibility of evidence and the death penalty were central to the proceedings.  

Key Organizations  
- Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD): Involved in the investigation and securing evidence.  
- FBI: Monitored aspects of the case, including witness testimony and media coverage.  
- Superior Court of Los Angeles: Jurisdiction for Sirhan’s trial and related legal motions.  
- American Bar Association: Mentioned in context of legal proceedings and attorney conduct.

RFK Declassified Files

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