Principle

CRIMINAL LAW – Rape – Corroboration – What Constitutes Corroborative Evidence

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Corroboration is evidence that confirms, supports, and strengthens other evidence. It must be independent and connect the accused to the offence. It need not be direct or confirm the entire account—corroborating material particulars suffices. For rape, corroboration must confirm: (1) sexual intercourse occurred; (2) without…

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