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Criminal Law [1943] EACA 21

Rex v Onoka

Rex v Onoka (Criminal Appeal No. 186 of 1942) [1943] EACA 21 (1 January 1943)

Court
East African Court of Appeal
Case number
Criminal Appeal No. 186 of 1942
Judge
Sheridan CJ, Whitley CJ, Wilson ACJ

The court quashed a manslaughter-by-negligence conviction because the guilty plea was not shown to be informed and unequivocal.

  • Manslaughter By Negligence
  • Plea Of Guilty
  • Burden Of Proof
  • Culpable Negligence
  • Explanation Of Charge
  • Native Accused Rights
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