Sentences with phrase «about elements of an offence»
The positioning of an Obeahman in a supernatural state, not only knowing about elements of an offence but purporting to be able to communicate with metaphysical powers around it, creates the type of relationship with these authorities similar to an interpreter in a traditional context for a party who believes in this power.
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If the Criminal Defence Lawyer can raise a reasonable doubt about any of the essential elements of the offence, the accused is entitled to be found not guilty.
(ii) The only circumstance in which there is likely to be an important issue about whether or not a defendant has a propensity to tell lies is where telling lies is an element of the offence charged.
Oppal asked the Court to answer two questions about Canada's polygamy laws: whether the law is consistent with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms; and what the necessary elements of the offence are.
«Tremeear's is preferred by judges who don't know much about criminal law because of the clear statements of the elements of the offence in the commentary.