What is the effect of a judge's summing-up observations on the question of manslaughter in a trial for murder?
Saskatchewan, Canada
The following excerpt is from Rex v. Ferguson, 1945 CanLII 225 (SK CA):
It is not the duty of the Judge in every trial for murder to include in his summing-up observations on the question of manslaughter, whatever the circumstances: Mancini v. Director of Public Prosecutions [1942] A.C. 1, 111 L.J.K.B. 84, 28 Cr. App. R. 65.
"The most advanced legal research software ever built."
The above passage should not be considered legal advice. Reliable answers to complex legal questions require comprehensive research memos. To learn more visit www.alexi.com.
Other Questions
In what circumstances will the trial judge allow the parents of a plaintiff to participate in the trial? (Saskatchewan, Canada)
What is the effect of a learned trial judge's finding that two drivers were not at fault in a motor vehicle accident? (Saskatchewan, Canada)
What is the effect of a learned trial judge's failure to give credence to the defence of automatism? (Saskatchewan, Canada)
In what circumstances will the court interfere with the chambers judge or trial judge on an interim maintenance order? (Saskatchewan, Canada)
What is the effect of a judge's admonishment to a jury in a sexual assault case? (Saskatchewan, Canada)
Does the trial judge err in allowing the respondent to introduce parol evidence? (Saskatchewan, Canada)
What is the standard of proof required for a learned trial judge to prove a claim of false imprisonment? (Saskatchewan, Canada)
What is the authority of the trial judge to withdraw a case from the jury? (Saskatchewan, Canada)
What are the grounds of appeal against the finding that a learned trial judge erred in fact and law in ruling that the force used was substantial? (Saskatchewan, Canada)
What are the consequences of a trial judge’s failure to spell out every consideration leading to a finding of credibility? (Saskatchewan, Canada)
