Principle

CRIMINAL LAW — Confessional Statements — Retracted Confession Can Ground Conviction

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

This principle establishes that a retracted confession can ground conviction where corroborated by witness testimony and the admission of guilt is positive and unequivocal. The principle applies where confessions are retracted. It ensures that retracted confessions are considered. The principle reflects the weight of corroborated…

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