Bad Character Monica Stevenson Criminal Defence Barrister 25 Bedford Row
A thorough session on the practical steps you must be familiar with to navigate the law on bad character evidence
This session comes with detailed accompanying notes , a summary of them is given below, however the greater detail is in the members viewing library
Three key areas 1. What is meant by Bad Character in the terms of the legislation? 2. Practical steps for the defence application 3. Resisting the prosecution application
Legislation and Meaning Practical Dos and Don’ts Making or Resisting an Application Extra Points Misconduct and the Definition CPR and CJA 2003 Adducing non Defendant Bad Character Bad Character relating to client Prosecution applications Gateway F Section 101 Clear instructions on past offending s 101 CJA 2003 Gateway G and D s 101 ss (1)( 3) Adverse effect
Presented by Monica Stevenson who is a criminal defence Barrister with the 25 Bedford Row Crime Team
You are welcome to contact Monica Stevenson regarding your caseload by e mailing here