The court engaged in procedural wrangling after Judge Ito dismissed two jurors, prompting the defense to seek a Court of Appeal writ to challenge the ruling. The session centered on a significant legal debate over whether Simpson could voluntarily absent himself during the coroner's testimony and autopsy photographs, and what—if anything—the jury should be told about his absence. Scheduling discussions ensued for upcoming witnesses before the court recessed.

• Judge Ito dismissed two jurors from the panel
• Defense filed for Court of Appeal writ challenging jury dismissals
• Court debated Simpson's right to voluntarily absent himself during coroner testimony and autopsy photographs
• Dispute arose over jury instructions regarding Simpson's potential absence
• Court scheduled upcoming witness testimony