7 Dec 2011
MAHAL HARPREET SINGH v. HKSAR
- Citation
- MAHAL HARPREET SINGH v. HKSAR
- Court
- Court of Appeal
- Case number
- CACC462/2010
Conviction grounds dismissed: trial judge did not err in juror discharge, permitting contextual cross-examination about an uncharged act, directions, or handling of prosecutor's remarks; jury's withdrawn CCTV request did not prejudice accused. Sentencing appeal allowed in part: trial judge identified valid aggravating features but starting points were manifestly excessive in light of the circumstances and because the judge relied upon a psychological victim impact report that had not been disclosed to defence; applicant entitled to adjusted concurrent sentences of 6 years 6 months (rape) and…