LETHBRIDGE, Alta. — A Crown prosecutor making the case against three men charged with mischief at the Coutts, Alta., border blockade told jurors Tuesday they don’t have to determine the accused were protest kingpins to find them guilty.

Lawyers for the defence, though, argue their clients were moderates who played a small role.

A mischief conviction can only be reached if there was an obstruction of property, the action was unlawful, the conduct was wilful and there was intent to commit a crime{ai:summary}<p>Border blockade at Coutts, Alta. stirs controversy. Crown prosecutor states protesters' level of involvement doesn't matter to find guilt. Defence claims accused were minor players. #crime</p>

'Not their highway to close': Jurors hear final arguments in Coutts blockade trial

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