1998/184 - AG v Shewan & McLean [1998] UR 184 (28 August 1998)

1998/184 - AG v Shewan & McLean [1998] UR 184 (28 August 1998)

Bail refused due to gravity of offence, witness fear, and strength of prosecution opposition prevailing over applicants' arguments.

Citation
[1998] UR 184
Parties
Applicant: Shewan; Applicant: McLean; Respondent: Crown
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
28 August 1998
Procedural Posture
Bail Application / De Novo Hearing
Outcome
application dismissed
Legal Topics
Bail, Affray, Assault

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Parties

Shewan

Applicant

McLean

Applicant

Crown

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Bail Application / De Novo Hearing

  1. 1 Whether bail should be granted in a serious affray and assault case
  2. 2 Impact of witness fear and gravity of offence on bail
  3. 3 Consideration of delay and personal circumstances in bail application

Ratio Decidendi

Bail refused due to gravity of offence, witness fear, and strength of prosecution opposition prevailing over applicants' arguments.

Court Disposition

application dismissed

Orders

  • Shewan allowed freedom of movement under escort at Prison Governor's discretion
  • Fresh application on grounds of mercy may be made if complications arise