Principle

CRIMINAL LAW – Bail Pending Trial – Factors for Consideration – Likelihood of Witness Interference

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Bail may be refused where there is good reason to believe the accused will jump bail or interfere with witnesses. The court has undoubted discretion to refuse bail in such circumstances. Witness interference includes intimidation, harassment, or influencing testimony—obstructing justice. The court balances the accused's…

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