EVIDENCE #49 | Is corroboration required for child witness ?

About this episode

The episode discusses whether corroboration is required for child witnesses in court and examines recent legal amendments.

When a child gives evidence in court, must the prosecution produce independent supporting evidence before a conviction can be sustained? We look at the latest amendment in this area and whether corroboration remains mandatory or discretionary. For more information on the courses we offered, please visit www.clpexam.com

People in this episode

Host: Dennis Chong

Topics covered

• child witness
• corroboration
• court evidence
• legal amendments
• prosecution

Keywords

• child witness
• corroboration
• court
• evidence
• prosecution
• legal amendments

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: www.clpexam.com

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