Principle

CRIMINAL LAW — Murder — Proof of Cause of Death — Medical Evidence Not a Sine Qua Non

Area of law: CRIMINAL LAW
Court: Supreme Court

Medical evidence is not mandatory to prove cause of death. Other sufficient evidence may suffice. The principle applies to homicide cases. The court must be satisfied beyond reasonable doubt. The rule recognises practical realities. The prosecution may prove cause of death by circumstantial evidence. The…

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