Uganda v Zungu (HCT-04-CR-SC-0026 2000)
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Holding
On a no case to answer submission in a defilement prosecution under s.123(1) of the Penal Code Act, the court found that the prosecution had not established a prima facie case. The accused was acquitted under s.71(1) of the Trial on Indictments Act without being required to make his defence.
Outcome
Accused acquitted and discharged
Issues
- Whether the prosecution established a prima facie case requiring the accused to enter his defence on a charge of defilement.
Orders
- Finding of not guilty under s.71(1) Trial on Indictments Act.
- Accused acquitted of the offence of defilement contrary to s.123(1) Penal Code Act.
- Accused discharged and set free unless held on other lawful charges.
Legislation cited (2)
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