REGINA v. SANCAR [1999] NSWCCA 284

REGINA v. SANCAR [1999] NSWCCA 284

The grounds of appeal failed because the trial judge's directions appropriately reflected the evidence and the manner of the defence. There was no real issue or evidentiary basis for a finding of manslaughter; intent to inflict serious harm was clearly established. The Black direction was properly given. The conviction was not unsafe or unsatisfactory.

Parties
Respondent: Regina; Appellant: Yuksel Sancar
Jurisdiction
Australia
Judgment Date
21 September 1999
Procedural Posture
Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Legal Topics
Murder, Intent, Self Defence, Manslaughter, Jury Directions
Criminal Law Murder Intent Self Defence Manslaughter Jury Directions

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Parties

Regina

Respondent

Yuksel Sancar

Appellant

Procedural Posture

Criminal Appeal / Judgment on Appeal

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the trial judge erred in his directions to the jury on intent to inflict grievous bodily harm
  2. 2 Whether the alternative verdict of manslaughter by reason of unlawful and dangerous act should have been left to the jury
  3. 3 Whether the trial judge erred in giving the jury a 'Black direction' after they appeared unable to reach a unanimous verdict

Ratio Decidendi

The grounds of appeal failed because the trial judge's directions appropriately reflected the evidence and the manner of the defence. There was no real issue or evidentiary basis for a finding of manslaughter; intent to inflict serious harm was clearly established. The Black direction was properly given. The conviction was not unsafe or unsatisfactory.

Court Disposition

Appeal dismissed

Orders

  • Leave to appeal granted
  • Appeal against conviction dismissed