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Summary  
The document contains fragmented court records and media clippings related to the 1968 assassination of Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) and Sirhan Bishara Sirhan’s subsequent trial for murder. It details legal motions addressing pretrial publicity, potential venue changes, and procedural delays in the case. Judge Herbert E. Walker presided over the trial, which was conducted in a heavily secured courtroom with measures such as metal detectors and closed-circuit television coverage. Defense attorneys included Russell E. Parsons and Grant B. Cooper, while prosecutors were Lynn D. Compton and John E. Howard. The text references Sirhan’s mental health evaluations, his family members (including mother Mary Sirhan and brother Munir), and logistical challenges such as managing media presence and jury selection. Some entries include unclear dates or unrelated administrative forms (e.g., FD-350) but focus primarily on the trial’s legal proceedings and public reactions. Mentions of RFK’s assassination are tied to Sirhan’s conviction, though specific details about the crime itself are minimal.  

Key People  
- **Sirhan Bishara Sirhan**: Accused of assassinating RFK; Palestinian-American with ties to Arab-Israeli conflicts.  
- **Robert F. Kennedy (RFK)**: U.S. Senator and brother of President John F. Kennedy, assassinated on June 5, 1968, in Los Angeles.  
- **Judge Herbert E. Walker**: Presided over Sirhan’s trial; addressed procedural motions and jury selection concerns.  
- **Russell E. Parsons**: Defense attorney for Sirhan during the trial.  
- **Grant B. Cooper**: Defense attorney involved in legal motions and procedural arguments.  
- **Lynn D. Compton**: Prosecuting attorney.  
- **John E. Howard**: Assistant prosecutor.  
- **Mary Sirhan**: Sirhan’s mother; present at court proceedings.  
- **Munir Sirhan**: Sirhan’s brother; mentioned in context of family involvement.  
- **Emile Zola Berman**: Defense attorney referenced in legal motions.  
- **David Fitts**: Individual commenting on Sirhan’s appearance during the trial.  
- **Journalist(s)**: Described as covering the trial and quoting Sirhan’s alleged statements.  

Key Locations  
- **Los Angeles, California**: Site of RFK’s assassination and Sirhan’s trial; location of Superior Court and media outlets.  
- **Ambassador Hotel**: Location of RFK’s assassination.  
- **Hall of Justice Building**: Venue for Sirhan’s trial and related court proceedings.  
- **Auxiliary courtroom**: Used for security measures during the trial.  
- **Sports Arena**: Mentioned in context of public reactions to the trial.  

Key Events  
- **Assassination of Robert F. Kennedy (June 5, 1968)**: Sirhan Bishara Sirhan is identified as the perpetrator; details about the crime are sparse.  
- **Sirhan’s Trial**: Conducted in a secured courtroom with metal detectors and closed-circuit television coverage. Legal motions addressed pretrial publicity, venue changes, and procedural delays.  
- **Jury Selection Process**: Concerns raised about potential biases in juror composition and challenges to the jury system.  
- **Mental Health Evaluations**: Sirhan’s psychological state was scrutinized during the trial; references to trauma from Arab-Israeli conflicts.  
- **Public Commentary**: Media coverage and public reactions, including statements from individuals waiting outside the courthouse.  
- **Media Coverage**: Reports by *Los Angeles Times* and *Herald-Examiner* detailing trial proceedings and Sirhan’s demeanor.  

Key Organizations  
- **Superior Court of California**: Oversaw Sirhan’s trial and related legal proceedings.  
- **Federal Grand Jury**: Involved in the indictment process for Sirhan.  
- **Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office**: Provided security during the trial.  
- **American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)**: Mentioned in context of public interest in the case.  
- **Los Angeles Times/Herald-Examiner**: Media outlets covering the trial and related events.

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