In the trial that will begin on February 28th, Tim DeChristopher has been prohibited by the judge from explaining to jurors why he disrupted the auction. His "necessity defense" - that he was acting to prevent a greater harm - will be barred from the courtroom.

In this fifth talk about his case, DeChristopher explains that juries originally were expected to act as the conscience of the community -- a role he is hoping his jury will reclaim when they hear his case.