The Trial of Sexual Offence Cases, Second Edition is a guide for Crown counsel, defence counsel, and judges in cases of sexual assault or any of the related sexual offences. This work is a basic guide to the relevant issues and authorities of which Crown counsel, defence counsel, and judges should be aware in cases of individuals charged with sexual assault or any of the related sexual offences. It is intended to be a starting point and a quick reference source.
The authors draw upon their extensive experience to provide step-by-step guidance for both Crown and defence, from the initial client interview to the completion of the proceedings in the criminal justice system, including sentencing.
Among the topics addressed are
For ease of reference, the relevant statutory provisions, including those no longer in force that may apply in cases of delayed complaints, are set out in the appendices. Also included in the appendices are excerpts from Watt's Manual of Criminal Jury Instructions, Second Edition.
New and updated contents in this edition include
The Trial of Sexual Offence Cases, Second Edition is a guide for Crown counsel, defence counsel, and judges in cases of sexual assault or any of the related sexual offences. This work is a basic guide to the relevant issues and authorities of which Crown counsel, defence counsel, and judges should be aware in cases of individuals charged with sexual assault or any of the related sexual offences. It is intended to be a starting point and a quick reference source.
The authors draw upon their extensive experience to provide step-by-step guidance for both Crown and defence, from the initial client interview to the completion of the proceedings in the criminal justice system, including sentencing.
Among the topics addressed are
For ease of reference, the relevant statutory provisions, including those no longer in force that may apply in cases of delayed complaints, are set out in the appendices. Also included in the appendices are excerpts from Watt's Manual of Criminal Jury Instructions, Second Edition.
New and updated contents in this edition include