Criminal Code of PNG

Lawyer arrested over conspiracy

Timothy Cooper, 41, of Yanga village in the Ahi sub-district of Morobe Province appeared at the Waigani District Court.

Magistrate John Kaumi read the charges to him in court and adjourned the matter to Sept 22. His bail is extended however he is required to provide two affidavits of two guarantors who will ensure he attends his court hearing as well as an affidavit stating his place of residence.

Man cleared from killing unborn child

The State has to show evidence establishing the elements of the offense of killing an unborn child under section 312 of the Criminal Code of PNG.

The State alleged that Hadasha N’dranoh was about to deliver a child but there was no safe and reliable evidence before the court that the actions of the accused prevented the foetus or child from being born alive

The victim, Hadasha N’dranoh in giving evidence asserts she was pregnant, however the court found no substantial evidence to support the assertion.