S v MAKHADO 1999 (1) ZLR 467 (H)

1999 (1) ZLR p467

Flynote

Criminal procedure — admissions — what are — distinction between formal and informal admissions — what may be admitted — accused being asked by prosecutor to admit facts not relevant to charge — impropriety of allowing prosecutor to ask for multiple admissions

Criminal procedure — charge — particulars — of negligence — amendment — when may be made — not permitted when accused will be prejudiced — impropriety of conviction based on particular of negligence not charged

Criminal procedure — trial — conduct of — unrepresented accused — warning to be given to accused before being asked to make admission

Criminal procedure — trial — defence case — defence evidence — reliance on defence outline — prejudice caused by asking accused to adhere to defence outline