The case for Adnan Syed's bid for a new trial gained more momentum Monday as a state appeals court ruled an alibi witness should testify on the "Serial" podcast subject's behalf. The Maryland Court of Special Appeals issued an order stating that sworn testimony should be heard from Asia McClain, a classmate of Syed's who claims she saw him at a public library at the time prosecutors believe he killed his ex-girlfriend. The testimony will be used by the appellate judges as they consider whether he deserves a new trial. Court will allow appeal from subject of 'Serial' podcast Big break. The subject of the popular podcast "Serial" is granted the right to appeal. It comes a decade...
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