hussein hassan v republic 2023 tzhc 18489 26 june 2023
The prosecution proved the case beyond reasonable doubt and minor contradictions in the evidence were immaterial. However, the appellant's use of force was not excessive in the circumstances, and the trial court imposed an excessive sentence by failing to consider mitigating factors. The sentence was reduced and compensation adjusted accordingly.
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- Assault causing grievous bodily harm
- Self-defence
- Sentencing
- Standard of proof
- Contradictory evidence