After a full hour, the testimony phase, with statements from the public gallery, had gradually concluded.
"Now, we enter the free debate stage, where both sides can freely engage in argument to prove your claims."
In the courtroom, the Judgment Chief continued to preside over the trial, announcing this in a deep voice.
As soon as the announcement was made, Ma Ming stood up. "In the evidence presentation phase just now, our side listed numerous pieces of evidence, as well as testimonials from classmates, including transfer records, sufficient to prove that Meng Lei is a habitual offender."
"He's the type who likes to take small advantages, harms others for his own benefit, and is extremely selfish."
"This is something all the classmates who have dealt with him can testify to."
"The eighteen yuan he owes me has not been paid back for a whole year..."
