On a retrial, evidence from a transcript of the first trial is admissible. The alleged confession to a cell mate who boasted of deceptiveness is to be supported in court.
Citations:
Independent 15-Jun-1995, Times 27-Jun-1995
Statutes:
Criminal Justice Act 1988 23 24
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Criminal Evidence
Updated: 08 October 2022; Ref: scu.87207