Pleading

An important aspect of the criminal justice system is that there is the presumption of innocence and the right to plead not guilty. A Defendant who is charged with a criminal offence does not have to prove his/her innocence. The prosecution bears the burden of proof that an accused person is guilty. That burden is…

Pleading guilty to an offence is a decision which should be taken after having duly considered the alleged facts and charges, the strength of the prosecution case and after exploring possible defences. Pleading guilty means that you are agreeing to the facts and the charges as alleged by the police. A plea of guilty can…

Being charged with a criminal offence can be a daunting and nerve-wracking experience for many people. A number of people who are arrested and charged by Police are also unaware as to whether they should be talking to police and having their say. Right to remain silent In many instances, when the Police are investigating…