Principle

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE — Sentencing — Capital Offence — Doubt as to Age of Accused Person Resolved in Favour of Accused

Area of law
CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

Doubt about the age of an accused in a capital offence is resolved in the accused's favour. The principle applies to criminal procedure. The court will treat the accused as a minor if age is uncertain. The rule protects against execution of minors. The court…

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