Amanda Knox is facing a slander trial in Italy after being previously cleared of her British roommate's 2007 murder. Italy's highest court ordered a new trial for slander, which Knox hopes will fully clear her name. The trial centers on accusations she made to police implicating her former employer in the murder.
Key Points
Italy's highest court ordered a new trial for slander against Amanda Knox
Knox hopes to fully clear her name from the false accusations
Slander trial centers on accusations Knox made to police implicating her former employer in the murder
Pros
Opportunity for Amanda Knox to clear her name from false charges
Highlighting issues of coercion and violation of human rights during interrogation
Cons
Facing another legal battle despite being previously exonerated
Continued public scrutiny and attention on her personal life