Summary
Unsigned entries in a detention log can affect a criminal trial by raising doubts about evidence credibility. Defendants can challenge this by filing a motion to exclude the evidence, questioning its authenticity during cross-examination, and highlighting the issue in closing arguments. In England, this procedure is governed by the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE), specifically under Section 78, which allows courts to exclude evidence if it adversely affects trial fairness. A Police Sergeant can sign a detention log, and there is no requirement for an Inspector rank to do so. If there are concerns about the logs accuracy, it should be addressed in the case.Full Conversation
will that affect a criminal trial?
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Missing signatures on a detention log can certainly affect a criminal trial. It can raise questions about the credibility and authenticity of the evidence, potentially benefiting the defense.
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how does a defendant raise this issue?
A defendant can raise the issue of unsigned entries in a detention log by:
- Filing a motion to exclude the evidence due to lack of authenticity.
- Questioning the credibility of the log during cross-examination.
- Highlighting the issue in closing arguments to cast doubt on the prosecution's evidence.
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Explain this in more detail: Filing a motion to exclude the evidence due to lack of authenticity.
Filing a motion to exclude evidence due to lack of authenticity involves:
- Drafting a formal motion stating the reasons why the evidence should be excluded.
- Highlighting specific instances where the evidence lacks proper authentication (e.g., unsigned entries in a detention log).
- Submitting the motion to the court before the trial.
- Presenting arguments and evidence in a hearing to convince the judge to exclude the evidence.
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What legislation is this procedure under?
In England, the procedure for excluding evidence due to lack of authenticity is generally governed by the Police and Criminal Evidence Act * (PACE), specifically under Section *. This section gives the court discretion to exclude evidence if its admission would have such an adverse effect on the fairness of the proceedings that the court ought not to admit it.
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what does PS mean rank officer?
PS stands for Police Sergeant, a rank in the police force in England.
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so can a police sergeant sign a detention log?
Yes, a Police Sergeant (PS) can sign a detention log. The important aspect is that the entries are accurate and verified by a responsible officer.
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but i thought it must be a rank of at least inspector
In England, there is no specific requirement that only an officer of Inspector rank or above must sign a detention log. A Police Sergeant (PS) is qualified to sign these logs. However, if you believe there are inaccuracies or issues with the log, it could still be worth addressing in your case.
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