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III K 59/23 AI generated

Court acquits defendant of minor assault charge due to lack of evidence regarding intent and causation.

Case Number III K 59/23
Court / Authority
Jurisdiction Poland (PL)
Decision Date
Outcome Dismissed

Legislator summary

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The court acquitted the defendant, K. T., of charges under Article 157 § 2 of the Criminal Code for causing minor bodily harm. The prosecution alleged the defendant kicked the victim, resulting in a bruise and hematoma, but failed to prove the specific intent required for the crime. The court determined that the evidence was insufficient to establish the necessary mental element and causal link, leading to a complete acquittal.

Legislator headnote

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Art. 157 § 2 k.k.; Art. 632 pkt 1 k.p.k.: An acquittal is granted when the prosecution fails to prove the specific intent and causal connection required for the crime of minor bodily harm.

Keywords

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minor bodily harm specific intent causal connection acquittal insufficient evidence criminal code private prosecution

Cited Legislation

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Art. 157 § 2 k.k.
Art. 632 pkt 1 k.p.k.
art. 157 § 2 k.k
art. 632 pkt 1 k.p.k

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