Principle

CRIMINAL LAW — Road Traffic Offences — Dangerous Driving — Negligence Sufficient to Sustain Conviction

Area of law: CRIMINAL LAW
Court: Supreme Court

The slightest negligence can sustain a conviction for dangerous driving. The principle applies to road traffic offences. The standard is lower than for other crimes. The rule promotes road safety. The court must still be satisfied beyond reasonable doubt. The principle is well-established.

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