Motive, preparation and conduct determine the relevance of acts and associated statements in civil and criminal proceedings. Section 8 makes motive, preparation, and prior or subsequent conduct relevant where they relate to, influence, or are influenced by facts in issue or ... Summary
Cases where this provision is explicitly mentioned in the judgment/order text; may not be exhaustive. To view the complete list of cases mentioning this section, Click here.
Motive, preparation and conduct determine the relevance of acts and associated statements in civil and criminal proceedings.
Section 8 makes motive, preparation, and prior or subsequent conduct relevant where they relate to, influence, or are influenced by facts in issue or relevant facts. Conduct excludes standalone statements, but statements accompanying and explaining acts, or affecting relevant conduct when made to or in the presence of the person concerned, may be relevant. Relevant conduct may include evidence fabrication or concealment, witness influence, absconding, possession of crime-linked property, and prompt complaints concerning specified offences.
Full Summary is available for active users!
Note: It is a system-generated summary and is for quick reference only.