Court Hearing Duration Explained

Summary

A full-day court hearing for the defense involves detailed examination of arguments, testimonies, and evidence. The duration doesnt predict the outcome, which relies on the strength of both sides presentations. A Jordan application hearing addresses delays in trial, potentially leading to charges being stayed if the defenses argument is strong. The judge evaluates both sides to decide.

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Does that mean the defence is likely to win
The duration of a hearing does not necessarily indicate which side is likely to win. It could mean that the case is complex, or there are many witnesses and pieces of evidence to review. The outcome depends on the strength of the arguments and evidence presented by both sides.
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Jordan application hearing
A Jordan application hearing refers to a legal motion to have charges stayed due to unreasonable delay, based on the Supreme Court of Canada's decision in R v. Jordan.
- The defense argues that the delay has violated the accused’s right to a timely trial.
- The prosecution must justify the delay.
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What if the defense presented a strong argument
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If the defense presented a strong argument in a Jordan application hearing, it could increase the chances of the charges being stayed due to unreasonable delay. However, the final decision depends on the judge's evaluation of the arguments from both sides.
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