Confessions Flashcards
1
Q
What is a ‘Confession’?
A
STATEMENT made that is:
(1) ADVERSE person making it
(2) Made to ANY PERSON
(3) In WORDS or Otherwise
2
Q
What are the 2 grounds for removing ‘Confession’ evidence and what part of PACE are they under?
A
(1) OPPRESSION - S76(2)(a)
(2) UNRELIABILITY - anything said or done likely to render it UNRELIABLE - S76(2)(b)
3
Q
What are the 3 examples of a confession obtained by OPRRESSION under S76(2)(a)
A
(1) Torture
(2) Inhumane / degrading treatment
(3) Threat / use of violence
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