Appeal from conviction of defendant in his absence. He spoke little English, and his solicitors communicated through his sister. Unfortunately she moved before trial, and the communication of the trial date failed. The judge, learning of the situation decided he had no jurisdiction to set aside the verdict, but gave exceptional leave to appeal.
Held: Appeal allowed. Retrial.
Citations:
[2009] EWCA Crim 2027
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Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Criminal Practice
Updated: 14 June 2022; Ref: scu.377746