Principle

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE — Alternative Conviction — Power to Convict for Lesser Offence Notwithstanding Acquittal on Main Charge

Area of law
CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

An appellate court may substitute a conviction for a lesser offence even if the trial court acquitted on that lesser charge. The power is based on the principle that the evidence discloses the lesser offence. The accused is not prejudiced because the lesser offence is…

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