R v Mansfield (2022)

<p>A very recent and tragic manslaughter case involving a s.4 (suicide pact) defence from The Homicide Act (1957).</p> <p>Barrister Chris takes us through the tragic facts and the excellent judgement from Mr Justice Goose. </p> <p>It is a horrible case, but the police, the prosecution, the judge and jury all work magnificently to ensure justice is done.</p> <p>Also, is it time for the law on assisted suicide to be changed? </p>