George Zimmerman on Trial--July 1 Recap

The trial for George Zimmerman, a neighborhood watch volunteer in Florida, continues on June 27. Zimmerman is on trial over the shooting of Trayvon Martin, an unarmed black teenager who was walking back from a convenience store when shot by Zimmerman. The shooting, which happened on a rainy night in February 2012, was in self-defense, says Zimmerman. He has been charged with second-degree murder.

Prosecutor Bernie de la Rionda, left, and defense attorney Mark O'Mara confer during the 15th day of the George Zimmerman trial in Seminole circuit court, in Sanford, Fla., Friday, June 28, 2013. Zimmerman has been charged with second-degree murder for the 2012 shooting death of Trayvon Martin.AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Joe Burbank, Pool

The trial for George Zimmerman, a neighborhood watch volunteer in Florida, continues on for the second week. Zimmerman is on trial over the shooting of Trayvon Martin, an unarmed black teenager who was walking back from a convenience store when shot by Zimmerman. 

The shooting, which happened on a rainy night in February 2012, was in self-defense, says Zimmerman. He has been charged with second-degree murder.

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Here’s what’s been happening: 

Jury selection on June 20.

Opening statements on June 24.

On June 25, the first eyewitness gave testimony.

On June 26, a witnesses called to the stand included a neighbor, and a friend of Martin’s.

On June 27, Martin’s friend continued testifying. Prosecutors asserted her testimony was inconsistent.

 We'll post periodic updates today, and follow along with the live stream.

Also, see the entire case in photos.

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