Principle

CRIMINAL LAW — Armed Robbery — Identification — Opportunity to Identify

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Identification evidence is reliable when the witness had a clear opportunity to observe the accused. Factors include lighting (headlights, moonlight), distance, duration, and absence of obstruction. Full headlights provide strong illumination. The court considers the totality of circumstances. The principle applies the Turnbull guidelines. The…

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