The Supreme Court has denied an attempt by a repeat, violent sex offender to further delay his trial in the alleged sexual assault of teenage girl.

Justice Donald Burrage did not mince words when it came to the most recent request by Stephen Hopkins to delay his trial.

The 31-year-old is charged with sexual assault, forcible confinement and threatening the complainant after the alleged incident in September of 2020 in Cowan Heights.

Hopkins has chosen to represent himself, with help from two lawyers, one of which was appointed to cross-examine the girl, to avoid her alleged perpetrator from doing so.

The other lawyer is at Hopkins’ beck and call for any advice and issues that may arise throughout the case.

But the court heard Wednesday morning that Hopkins declined that offer, despite having problems reaching experts who he says can help him.

The court had already granted Hopkins a postponement so he could have more time to prepare for the trial.

But Justice Burrage noted any delays must be balanced with the impact on the alleged victim and her family.

In denying another delay, the judge said the court has bent over backwards to accommodate Hopkins’ requests, but will do so no more.

The trial is set to proceed, by judge alone in Supreme Court, on May 2.