In a first-degree murder trial, the Crown sought to admit autopsy, hospital, and clothing photographs of the deceased.
The defence objected, arguing the photographs were excessive, unnecessary, and unduly prejudicial.
The court applied the test of relevance and probative value versus prejudicial effect, finding the photographs highly probative for the jury to understand the nature of the injuries and the defendant's statements, and not unduly prejudicial.
The court ruled to admit all vetted photographs, emphasizing their necessity to assist the pathologist's testimony and provide context beyond diagrams.
