Principle

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE — Prosecution Discretion — Calling of Witnesses — No Obligation to Call All Witnesses

Area of law
CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

This principle establishes that the prosecution has discretion to call only witnesses needed to unfold its case. It is not obliged to call all witnesses. The principle applies in criminal trials. It ensures that the prosecution is not overburdened. The principle reflects that the prosecution…

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