Manuel Antonio Marques Duarte (55) denies the accusation that he indecently assaulted the girl and will therefore face a trial in the Royal Court.
On Friday, Mr Duarte was represented in the Royal Court by Advocate Michael Haines, who indicated his client’s ‘not guilty’ plea to the charge.
Pictured: Advocate Michael Haines is representing Mr Duarte.
Solicitor General Mark Temple appeared for the prosecution and both counsels agreed on a date for a further hearing where arrangements will be made for trial.
Ahead of this date, Mr Duarte has been released on conditional bail.
