Principle

CRIMINAL LAW – Private Defence – Evidence Must Be Compared

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

The court must weigh the prosecution and defence evidence on private defence. The standard is proof beyond reasonable doubt. The prosecution must disprove the defence. The principle applies to all defences. The court will evaluate the credibility of witnesses. The rule promotes a balanced assessment.…

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