A pupil barrister (crime) in their third six and on their last legs. Tweets are largely catharsis and not to be taken (too) seriously.
Feb 22, 2019 • 6 tweets • 1 min read
In the last fortnight I have been involved in 5 cases in the mags in which the Crown was left no option but to offer no evidence following significant disclosure failings. I have been angry. My conclusion in a brief thread: /1
It’s enfuriating for all involved and results in deeply unfair outcomes for defendants, victims and the tax payer. Months (if not years of preparation) and waiting; angst; resultant illness; loss of jobs; days off work; travel expenses. Wasted. Justice is not seen to be done. /2
