State v Ratu - Judgment [2016] FJHC 751; HAC083.2015S (24 August 2016)

IN THE HIGH COURT OF FIJI
AT SUVA
CRIMINAL JURISDICTION
CRIMINAL CASE NO. HAC 083 OF 2015S

STATE

vs

INOKE RATU

Counsels : Mr. M. Vosawale and Ms. S. Lodhia for State
Ms. C. Choy and Ms. K. Boseiwaqa for Accused
Hearings : 15 to 19 and 23 August, 2016
Summing Up : 24 August, 2016
Judgment : 24 August, 2016

JUDGMENT

1. I have heard the opinion of the 3 assessors. It is a mixed verdict. I agree with the minority opinion. I disagree with the majority decision.
   
2. I will give my written reasons tomorrow.
   
3. I find the accused guilty as charged and I convict him accordingly.
   
4. Assessors thanked and released.
   

Salesi Temo

JUDGE

Solicitor for State : Office of the Director of Public Prosecution, Suva
Solicitor for Accused : Legal Aid Commission, Suva.