Principle

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE — Fair Hearing — Trial in Language Accused Does Not Understand — Accused Must Object at Trial

Area of law
CRIMINAL PROCEDURE —
Court
Supreme Court

An accused who fails to object to an irregular procedure at trial cannot later complain on appeal unless miscarriage of justice resulted. Acquiescence waives the right to complain. The principle applies to criminal procedure and fair hearing. The rule encourages timely objections to enable correction…

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