Question

Having considered the defendant’s case would you acquit or convict him? Give reasons for your answer and your interpretation of the Act.

Answer 1

At the close of the evidence in support of the charge, the court shall consider whether or not a sufficient case is made out against the accused to require him to make a defence, and if the court considers that such a case is not made out, the charge shall be dismissed and the accused forthwith acquitted and discharged.