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Crown application for complainant to testify via closed-circuit television granted in intimate partner violence case.
The Crown applied under s. 486.2(2) of the Criminal Code for an order permitting the complainant to testify via closed-circuit television in a trial involving allegations of intimate partner violence.
The Crown argued that the complainant's ongoing fear and anxiety created a real risk of witness shutdown if required to testify in the accused's presence.
The court granted the application, finding that the evidentiary record established on a balance of probabilities that the testimonial aid would facilitate a full and candid account without impairing trial fairness.
Accused found guilty of assault, threats, and harassment after court rejects his testimony as illogical.
The accused was charged with assault, uttering threats, and criminal harassment against his former intimate partner.
The complainant alleged the offences occurred after she discovered he was married with a child and attempted to end their relationship.
The accused denied the allegations, claiming they were planning to marry and the complainant's family conspired against him.
Applying the W.(D.) principles, the court found the complainant highly credible and rejected the accused's evidence as illogical and internally inconsistent.
The accused was found guilty on all charges.
