Conviction and sentence appeals dismissed; trial judge did not overemphasize complainant's demeanour in credibility assessment.
The appellant, a pastor, appealed his conviction and sentence for sexual offences against his 14-year-old step-daughter.
He argued the trial judge placed undue reliance on the complainant's demeanour when assessing credibility.
The Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal, finding the trial judge properly analyzed the substance of the evidence and did not overemphasize demeanour.
The sentence appeal was also dismissed as no submissions were made and the sentence was fit.
