By: Her Worship Georgette Carmel Lutterodt, Esq., Her Worship Anastacia Yaa Agyeiwaa Karimu, Esq. and Her Worship Dromo Afarley Djarbeng, Esq. This article follows an earlier discussion on the interpretive tension between sections 296 and 297 of the Criminal and Other Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29), which revealed a significant doctrinal gap in Ghanaian sentencing … Continue reading Community Service Regimes in Selected Common Law Jurisdictions
Sentencing in the Ghanaian Criminal Justice System: Reconciling Sections 296 and 297 of Act 30 with the Criminal Offences Act
By: Her Worship Georgette Carmel Lutterodt, Esq., Her Worship Anastacia Yaa Agyeiwaa Karimu, Esq. and Her Worship Dromo Afarley Djarbeng, Esq. The Principle of Legality in Ghanaian Criminal Law A foundational principle of Ghana’s criminal jurisprudence is the doctrine of legality: nullum crimen, nulla poena sine lege. Simply put, no person may be convicted of a … Continue reading Sentencing in the Ghanaian Criminal Justice System: Reconciling Sections 296 and 297 of Act 30 with the Criminal Offences Act
Criminal Appeals in Ghana: A Simple Explanation
Why Did the Court Reduce Nana Agradaa’s Sentence? When news broke that Patricia Asieduaa, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, had her sentence reduced on appeal, many people assumed something improper had happened. Others felt that perhaps the court had gone soft or bowed to public pressure. In the judgment itself, however, the judge made it … Continue reading Criminal Appeals in Ghana: A Simple Explanation
Let’s Unpack the Committal Process
Introduction The District Court, also known as the Magistrate Court, has three of the most interesting criminal jurisdictions within our court system. Among other things, it hears juvenile cases, determines extradition applications brought by the State, and, most critically for this discussion, decides whether persons charged with the gravest criminal offences should be committed to … Continue reading Let’s Unpack the Committal Process
Criminal Justice Spotlight: Martin Kpebu Esq.
About Martin Kpebu, Esq. Martin Kpebu is a prominent Ghanaian legal practitioner and human rights advocate, known for his unwavering commitment to constitutional justice and rule of law. A seasoned lawyer with a deep understanding of Ghana’s legal framework, Mr. Kpebu has played a pivotal role in reforming aspects of the criminal justice system, particularly … Continue reading Criminal Justice Spotlight: Martin Kpebu Esq.
Template for Petitions to the Attorney-General in Criminal Cases
Introduction: Filing a petition to the Attorney-General (AG) is a formal way for individuals or organizations involved in criminal matters to request legal action or intervention. Many readers may not know how to structure such a petition, what information to include, or how to present it professionally. To make this process easier, we have created … Continue reading Template for Petitions to the Attorney-General in Criminal Cases
Free e-book: Children and the Criminal Justice System in Ghana
Recent incidents of violence in some high schools across Ghana have renewed public concern about how young people come into contact with the law. These events highlight the urgent need for accessible education on juvenile justice and practical guidance for schools, parents and communities. Criminal Law Blog Ghana is therefore excited to announce the release … Continue reading Free e-book: Children and the Criminal Justice System in Ghana
Modern Justice? A Legal Analysis of the Attorney-General’s Policy to Explain Reasons for Terminating High Profile Criminal Trials
By: Derrick Ackah-Nyamike, Esq. and Selasi Kuwornu, Esq. Introduction An essential aspect of Criminal Justice is the power to commence and to terminate criminal proceedings in court. Like several other jurisdictions, in Ghana all criminal matters are commenced at the instance of the Attorney-General (A-G). Article 88(3) of the Constitution, 1992 provides that the power to initiate … Continue reading Modern Justice? A Legal Analysis of the Attorney-General’s Policy to Explain Reasons for Terminating High Profile Criminal Trials
Bail in Ghana: What Everyone Should Know Especially Sureties
Bail is one of those legal terms that gets used often, yet few people outside the courtroom truly understand what it means in Ghana. Many assume it simply involves paying money to the police or the court to secure the release of a loved one. In practice, however, our bail system operates quite differently. In this … Continue reading Bail in Ghana: What Everyone Should Know Especially Sureties
Criminal Justice Special Spotlight: Justice Sedinam Awo Kwadam
The Honourable Judge with a heart of gold, a gavel and a pen: a real life titanium hero. About Her Honour Sedinam Awo Kwadam: Her Honour Judge Sedinam Awo Kwadam stands out as a stalwart of Ghana’s judiciary and an inspiring voice in legal scholarship and personal resilience. She is a judge serving her country … Continue reading Criminal Justice Special Spotlight: Justice Sedinam Awo Kwadam
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