Relevance of motive, preparation and conduct permits evidence linking parties' actions, complaints, concealment and absconding to disputed facts.

Section 8 makes facts showing or constituting motive or preparation relevant to a fact in issue or relevant fact. Previous or subsequent conduct of parties, agents, or persons against whom an offence is the subject of proceedings is relevant where it influences or is influenced by such facts. Conduct generally excludes statements, except statements accompanying and explaining acts, or statements made to or in the presence and hearing of a person that affect relevant conduct. Relevant conduct may include evidence concealment, absconding, possession of crime-derived property, and prompt complaints concerning alleged offences.

---

---

---