The right to fair trial is a fundamental human right recognized in all democracies and entrenched in the 1992 Constitution of Ghana. A key component of fair trial is the right against self-incrimination. This principle is applied in two situations: during interrogation by the police and in the course of a trial. In the former scenario, … Continue reading Legal Position of Independent Witnesses in Ghana
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Legal Traditions of the World and Ghana’s Legal Heritage
I was inspired to publish this simple piece because I caught myself repeatedly telling my international colleagues that Ghana is a common law country. This is a popular misconception because of our colonial heritage, because in actual fact, Ghana practices a mixed legal system. Let me explain:Law is not only a system of rules but … Continue reading Legal Traditions of the World and Ghana’s Legal Heritage
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