Criminal Evidence Act 1898 (1898 c 36)

The 1898 enactment codified significant reforms in the law of evidence within criminal proceedings. It notably permitted defendants in criminal cases to testify in their own defence, a major departure from past practices where defendants were prohibited from doing so. This Act aimed to ensure fairness in criminal trials and enhance the accused's ability to participate actively in the judicial process. Additionally, the Act included provisions to prevent undue self-incrimination while balancing the integrity of the judicial process, reflecting evolving attitudes towards the rights of individuals facing criminal charges.

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Criminal Evidence Act 1898 (1898 c 36)

The 1898 enactment codified significant reforms in the law of evidence within criminal proceedings. It notably permitted defendants in criminal cases to testify in their own defence, a major departure from past practices where defendants were prohibited from doing so. This Act aimed to ensure fairness in criminal trials and enhance the accused's ability to participate actively in the judicial process. Additionally, the Act included provisions to prevent undue self-incrimination while balancing the integrity of the judicial process, reflecting evolving attitudes towards the rights of individuals facing criminal charges.

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