5. Misleading Justice Flashcards
What cases require Corroboration
S121
Evidence Act 2006
Perjury
False oaths
False statements
Treason
Examples of misleading justice
Preventing witness from testifying
Wilfully going absent as a witness
Threatening or bribing witnesses
Arranging a false alibi
Assisting a person to flee the country
When can you commence a prosecution for perjury ?
It is recommended by the courts or you are directed to do so by the Commissioner of Police.
However you may begin inquiries into an allegation of perjury without reference to the court or CoP
A witness is
Person who gives evidence as is subject to cross examination in proceedings.
Includes people actively engaged in giving evidence, people who have previously given evidence or people who will give evidence