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Evidence ConcentrateLaw Revision and Study Guide

Evidence Concentrate: Law Revision and Study Guide (7th edn)

Maureen Spencer and John Spencer
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date: 25 September 2023

p. 19411. Privilegelocked

p. 19411. Privilegelocked

  • Maureen SpencerMaureen SpencerFormer Associate Professor Middlesex University
  •  and John SpencerJohn SpencerBarrister

Abstract

This chapter looks at the rules relating to legal professional privilege and, in outline, the doctrine of the privilege against self-incrimination. Under these provisions potentially relevant evidence may be excluded at trial. The role of legal professional privilege in protecting defendants in criminal trials is outlined and the absolutist stance of the courts discussed. The chapter outlines the various immunities which are embraced under the privilege against self-incrimination. Summarizing some recent case law, the chapter reflects on the extent to which the privilege may now extend to a broader set of circumstances than the earlier authorities suggested. For example, the privilege may not necessarily be unavailable against the use of compelled questions in an administrative enquiry.

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