"I dont remember" - Memory Failure assists in friend acquittal

In a recent decision handed down at the District Court, R v Pambris [2018] NSWDC 24 (22 February 2018) , a friend's failure to remember what happened, despite the fact that an earlier statement tendered reflected the actual opposite, led to the acquittal of the accused. An interesting read highlighting the importance of obtaining Affidavit evidence when critical evidentiary matters are deposed.

To read more and for our commentary on this case, click on the following link:    https://www.futurelegal.com.au/memory-failure-acquittal

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