31 Aug 2022
BROWN v R [2022] NZCA 413
- Citation
- [2022] NZCA 413
- Court
- Court of Appeal
The Court held the late extension of time was granted; the addition of the kidnapping charge against Brown was properly open on existing evidence and caused no unfair prejudice; the theft was a continuing act up until the complainant was abandoned so the threats at the beach accompanied the theft, establishing aggravated robbery with the 'being together' and common intention elements as matters the jury could reasonably find beyond reasonable doubt; communication assistant interventions did not create a real risk of unfairness; sentencing starting points and discounts were within acceptable a…