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Revisiting the Acquittal of 10 Policemen: Issues of Judicial Independence, Trial by Media and Fair Trial in Cyprus.

Authors :
Ebeku, Kaniye S.A.
Source :
European Journal of Crime, Criminal Law & Criminal Justice. 2010, Vol. 18 Issue 1, p1-42. 42p.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

The article discusses a court case wherein 10 policemen in Cyprus were acquitted by the Assize Court of Nicosia of the crimes of high-handedness and brutality against two students. The decision which led to public outrage was made by a three-member panel of judges. Street protests were made for the ruling which will be ultimately decided by the Supreme Court of Cyprus.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09289569
Volume :
18
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
European Journal of Crime, Criminal Law & Criminal Justice
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
47243302
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1163/187119110X12574292500581