Ricky Martin in court today to testify over claims of sexual relations with nephew

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Ricky Martin will appear in court today via video camera where he will officially respond to allegations made by his nephew.The Livin' La Vida Loca singer's lawyer says Ricky plans to "directly address the judge at the hearing" which is being held at a Puerto Rico court over whether to extend a restraining order taken against him, writes The Mirror.

Ricky's lawyer told NBC News yesterday that the 51-year-old will deny he had any romantic or sexual relationship with his nephew.

He will also challenge allegations that he stalked and harassed him.The singer has strenuously denied the "completely false" accusations and said he will respond with "dignity" to the judicial process.Ricky was issued with a restraining order earlier this month following a domestic violence incident in Puerto Rico.

The alleged victim's identity was withheld at the time but Ricky's brother, Eric Martin, has since identified the man as their nephew.The singer is accused of "'exercising physical and psychological attacks" on his nephew during a seven month relationship, which reportedly came to an end around two months ago.The singer's lawyer told TMZ: "Unfortunately, the person who made this claim is struggling with deep mental health challenges.