Tag: criminal procedure

Hayford Ofosu Amaning v. The Republic:  A Case of Judicial Heterodoxy?

Hayford Ofosu Amaning v. The Republic: A Case of Judicial Heterodoxy?

Justice Alexander Osei Tutu- May 8, 2020

The Facts of the Case In the case of Hayford Ofosu Amaning v. The Republic, the High Court had tried summarily an accused person who was ... Read More

Right to Privacy in Criminal Matters

Right to Privacy in Criminal Matters

Michael Sumaila Nlasia- April 18, 2019

The right to privacy is a fundamental human right. Article 18, clause 2 of the 1992 Constitution provides that: "No person shall be subjected to ... Read More

The Civil Aspect of Criminal Procedure: Enforcing Restitution Orders in a Criminal Case

The Civil Aspect of Criminal Procedure: Enforcing Restitution Orders in a Criminal Case

Nana Akwasi Awuah- March 29, 2018

In a criminal case, a judge may make orders such as the payment of money or the return of property found to have been stolen ... Read More