kiwilaura
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I think that is a mischaracterization of the process.. The burden of proof at committal for the Prosecutor is extremely stiff, in fact, a great deal of the court's money and time depends in the integrity of it, and the logic of it. The defence, at committal needs to do nothing , as you may have noticed, no one was called for the defence at all, which is usual, the entire burden rests upon the Prosecution.
The argument of the defence is necessary and Borce is entitled to it. It would be about even in regard to cases going to trial after a committal is heard, this is usually a matter reserved for the Supreme Court trials, and is a very necessary part of the entire process.
Well apologies, I may be wrong! I had been reading about these the other day, and took my info from this article about contested committal hearings m, where I have pulled out the statements that made me think that:
- Almost all accused are committed to stand trial.
Contested committal hearing
I also read that contested committal hearing are where the accused is pleading not guilty but I think Borce has not entered a plea yet?