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December 1968
People v Kalenga and Anor (HC 181 of 1968) [1968] ZMHC 29 (21 December 1968)
Accused's silence plus evidence he fired a lethal shot supported an inference of guilt and a murder conviction.
  • Evidence — Silence of accused — Adverse inference of guilt; Criminal law — Shooting with lethal weapon — Presumption of intent to kill or cause grievous bodily harm; Burden of proof — State must prove murder beyond reasonable doubt.
21 December 1968
Hamweemba v The People (HC 171 of 1968) [1968] ZMHC 10 (6 December 1968)
An incorrect Penal Code citation in the charge (s.248) can be cured by amendment and the appellate court may substitute the correct section (s.243).
  • Criminal procedure — Statement of offence citing wrong Penal Code section — Whether s.248 (enhanced sentence provision) discloses an offence — Curability by amendment — Appellate power to amend charge to cite s.243.
6 December 1968