In Section E, Constable Ellis introducing himself by stating his name, rank and what station he was from. Constable Ellis also informed the suspect that he would be asking questions regarding the allegation of Assault, therefor complying with Safeguards LEPRA Section 202.
The court requires admissions to be obtained fairly from a suspect so they are admissible. It is legislated under section 139 (1) (C) that the Police officer must caution the accused prior to questioning them. Section 139 of the Evidence Act 1995 outlines the requirements surrounding the caution. The caution informs the person being investigated that they have a right to silence. If they proceed to their side of the story, or be questioned and provide answers or admissions
The court requires admissions to be obtained fairly from a suspect so they are admissible. It is legislated under section 139 (1) (C) that the Police officer must caution the accused prior to questioning them. Section 139 of the Evidence Act 1995 outlines the requirements surrounding the caution. The caution informs the person being investigated that they have a right to silence. If they proceed to their side of the story, or be questioned and provide answers or admissions