deogratius beno vs republic 2009 tzca 36 22 april 2009
Despite procedural irregularities, the credible and straightforward evidence of the child victim, corroborated by circumstances and identification, established the appellant's guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The procedural omissions did not occasion a miscarriage of justice and were curable. The conviction and sentence were upheld.
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- Rape of a minor
- Procedural irregularities
- Voire dire examination
- In camera proceedings
- Corroboration of child testimony
- Defence of alibi