the republic vs josephat kawawa athman 2 others 2023 tzhc 21977 12 october 2023
Defence counsel cannot read a prosecution witness's prior statement during cross-examination without first seeking and obtaining leave of the court, as required by section 164(1) of the Evidence Act. The procedure in Lilian Jesus Fortes v. Republic does not override this statutory requirement.
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- Impeachment of witness
- Procedure for use of prior statements
- Leave of court