Judge says those who give character references in criminal cases should be available for cross-examination - The Irish Times

Mr Justice David Keane made his comments after lawyers for man accused of raping his young son sought to present letters to court from his GP and parents

A High Court judge has said that character referees for convicted criminals should have to come to court to be cross-examined. Mr Justice David Keane made his comments during the sentence hearing of… [+2512 chars]

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