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Originally Posted by joeysteele
Someone deceased cannot have a trial in court.
There can be an inquiry and some outlet there but in law,it has to be that an accused can understand the proceedings of a trial,also take part.
They can refuse to take part but in the case of dementia, it is even that decision that would be questioned as they are not able to think and plan and therefore are deemed unable to comply.
Once that is confirmed by expert medical advice and full examination carried out,as this has been done by 4 Doctors not just one in this case,then the only conclusion would be as to a magistrates or crown court trial, that no matter the possible charges, a fair trial,which goes to the very heart of UK law, cannot be served.
It is possible civil action can be done but there again,there will be no punishment or real relevant sentence possible.
An inquiry, which is being sought in tis case, would however allow the victims their day as to revealing their grievances and account of events at least.
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I thought Saville was found guilty though...thats what all the rags said
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