The lawyer for “Freedom Convoy” organizer Chris Barber told a judge Monday that a court order banning honking in downtown Ottawa during the protest wasn’t clear enough.

Barber and his co-accused, Tamara Lich, are defending themselves against charges of mischief, intimidation and counselling others to break the law.

Barber faces the additional charge of counselling others to disobey a court order by encouraging protesters to honk their horns.

Incessant honking at all hours was a defining feature throughout the protest{ai:summary}<p>In the dim light of the courtroom, Chris Barber’s lawyer claimed the honking ban was murky, hazy like the fog of protest that engulfed Ottawa. Barber and Tamara Lich stood accused of mischief and intimidation, with an added charge for rousing the crowd to break the court’s fragile silence.  </p><p>Justice hangs in the balance, echoing the blare of horns that once filled the streets. #society</p>

'Freedom Convoy' organizer defends charge of encouraging honking during protest

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