Principle

CRIMINAL LAW – Culpable Homicide – Common Intention under Section 79 of the Penal Code

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Common intention creates joint liability. Each participant is liable for the acts of others. The principle applies to criminal trials. The prosecution must prove common intention. The rule applies to all participants. The court may infer common intention from conduct. The principle promotes accountability in…

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