Regina v Brown: CACD 7 May 1998

Judges should take greater control of proceedings to prevent abuse by defendants acting in person who were cross examining complainants to avoid undue distress. This must be consistent with allowing a fair defence, and the court preventing an abuse of rights.

Citations:

Times 07-May-1998

Jurisdiction:

England and Wales

Criminal Practice

Updated: 11 October 2022; Ref: scu.88395