I'm going to suggest that the accused can be represented by a relative, sibling, friend, lawyers or represent themselves. I'm guessing someone too close to the accused would lose objectivity.
But... Wow that storyline outcome was (it seems wrong to say it) brilliant. I'm looking forward to Imran finding a way to appeal or get a mistrial declared.
The attempted suicide, Imran's ex back in the picture, Corey's confident swagger leaving court, Dev pointing out that Roy has made the transition from uncle to parent.
Corrie is on form at the moment.