George Zimmerman Seeks Bail In Trayvon Martin Case (VIDEO)

Apr 20, 2012 9:13 AM EDT

Facing second-degree murder charges, the man who confessed to shooting 17-year-old Trayvon Martin sought bail Friday. Watch live video of the proceedings.

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Controversy

Neighborhood watch captain George Zimmerman said he was acting in self-defense when he shot and killed 17-year-old Trayvon Martin, who was unarmed.

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