Daken v R

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Type: Case

Citation: (1964) 7 WIR 442

Summary: Prosecution witness making inconsistent statements — In circumstances judge had not erred in not directing jury to disregard her evidence — At trial issue whether appellant’s confession induced by mental pressure arising from length of his detention not raised or hinted at so judge under no obligation to consider that or direct jury thereon — Judge’s comments on appellant’s unsworn statement legitimate and necessary

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Court: Court of Appeal of Trinidad and Tobago

Jurisdiction: Trinidad & Tobago

Date 1964