31 January 2011
Circumstantial evidence is evidence in a case which can be used to draw inferences about a series of events. It is also known as indirect evidence; the opposite is direct evidence. Circumstantial evidence is an important part of any criminal trial, and both sides in a trial will generally try to find circumstantial evidence to support themselves. Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to obtain a conviction with the use of circumstantial evidence, if it is backed up by corroborating evidence and other factual information.
31 January 2011
Doctrine of Sufficient Cause for Extension of Time or Condonation of Delay.
The general rule is that the suit, appeal or application must be made within the prescribed period of limitation.This general rule however have an exception which provides that the court may admit an application or appeal even after the expiry of prescribed period of limitation, if it is satisfied that the applicant or the appellant has been prevented by some sufficient cause, from not making the application or preferring the appeal within the prescribed period of limitation.