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Sporting activities - assaults and woundings

Legal Q&A

 In what circumstances might a player in a game of sport be criminally liable for injuries caused to an opposing player?

Ruling regarding CCTV identification evidence

Case Law
 In the case of R v Costen 2025, a conviction for wounding with intent was safe where the jury were properly entitled to conclude from CCTV footage that trousers worn by C were the same as those worn by the defendant (an e-bike rider) and could be sure that C was the defendant.

Reviews - Superintendent's authorisation

Legal Q&A

 When a superintendent authorises continued detention after twenty four hours, is it necessary for an inspector to conduct reviews of detention?

In the Spotlight

Welcome to our legal feature 'In the Spotlight'

Bringing focus to a legal topic, making your professional life simpler by:

  • Demystify complex legislation
  • Improve your legal knowledge
  • Evidence continuous personal development
  • Understand how to apply the law competently

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In the Spotlight