Principle

CRIMINAL LAW — Defences — Provocation — Provocative Act Must Be Directed at Accused

Area of law: CRIMINAL LAW
Court: Supreme Court

The defence of provocation is personal to the accused. The provocative conduct must be aimed at the accused specifically—whether by word, gesture, or act. The accused cannot rely on provocation directed at a third party, even if that third party is a close relative or…

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