When to disclose witness statements in summary cases?

Timing of disclosure of witness statements 13.1.1 The general rule is that in all summary cases where the accused is on bail or ordained to appear, the Crown should provide the defence such copies of witness statements as are then in the possession of the Crown, not less than 28 calendar days before the Intermediate Diet.

When to give defence copies of witness statements?

13.1.3 The general rule is that in all solemn cases, the Crown should provide the defence such copies of witness statements as are then in the possession of the Crown, within 28 calendar days of the accused’s first appearance. Content of disclosure

Do you have to decide if a witness told the truth?

You must decide whether a witness told the truth and was accurate, or instead, testified falsely or was mistaken. You must also decide what importance to give to the testimony you accept as truthful and accurate. It is the quality of the testimony that is controlling, not the number of witnesses who testify.1

Can a witness be disbelieved because they are a police officer?

Police Testimony In this case you have heard the testimony of (a) police officer(s). The testimony of a witness should not be believed solely and simply because the witness is a police officer. At the same time, a witness’s testimony should not be disbelieved solely and simply because the witness is a police officer.

Why do private detectives need a witness statement?

Securing a witness statement is a very important part of many private detective case assignments. Locating and interviewing witnesses on the record is crucial in order to document their version of an incident.

What kind of evidence can be used to convict a person?

Common forms of evidence include: Physical evidence – As suggested above, physical evidence includes any item linking a person to a crime. Along with weapons and drugs, other forms of physical evidence could include an assault victim’s injuries, drug paraphernalia, or a computer in an internet crime investigation.

Can a witness have an interest in the outcome of the case?

You may consider whether a witness has any interest in the outcome of the case, or instead, whether the witness has no such interest. [Note: Add if appropriate: A defendant who testifies is a person who has an interest in the outcome of the case.]

You must decide whether a witness told the truth and was accurate, or instead, testified falsely or was mistaken. You must also decide what importance to give to the testimony you accept as truthful and accurate. It is the quality of the testimony that is controlling, not the number of witnesses who testify.1