Child Witnesses - A Guide for Criminal Lawyers

Introduction

It is a sad reality that children are victims of crime, often some of the worst offences. This webinar will explore the relationship the court has with child witnesses. Delegates will be provided with the background on child witnesses, which is crucial to the understanding of modern developments and present-day practical provisions for children. Your speaker, Patricia May will provide you with a wealth of practical knowledge and experience when it comes to dealing with child witnesses.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Criminal Law Amendment Act 1885
• The 1925 Report from the Committee on Sexual Offences against Young Persons
• The Children and Young Persons Act 1933
• Corroboration
• Landmark Judgements, including DPP v Hester 1973 and R v. Wright 1987
• Impact of the Criminal Justice Act 1988
• The Pigot Committee Report 1989
• The Criminal Justice Act 1991
• Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994
• Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act 1999
• Current Issues
• Case Law

This webinar was recorded on 9th February 2022