Yes, Lance must speak at the trial keeping aside his fear because the jury consists of multiple members and a majority of the could actually end up understanding his side properly and declare him not guilty.
Explanation:
Though it is possible that from the impression that you make, the perception of the person trying to know more about you may get impacted, but not expressing your side may leave an even poor impact.
There are greater possibilities that the other person may understand and comply with the way you speak and express things.
Hence, it is important to speak when there is an utter need to speak.
