| (Webinar via Zoom) Indecent Assault: Latest Cases, Evidential Challenges and Trial Strategies |
| Date: |
15 December 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Time: |
2:30pm - 5:45pm |
| Level: |
I (Intermediate)
For delegates who have prior knowledge of the subject area |
| Language: |
English |
| Fee: |
HK$ 1,850 |
| Accreditation: |
(3 CPD Points will be applied for) |
| Ref: |
L26CL06 |
| Venue: |
Webinar Course
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Presenter's Biography:
Throughout the years, Alan has predominately and frequently been instructed as an advocate in a wide range of criminal trials and magistracy appeals. His practice spans a broad spectrum of offences, ranging from conspiracy to defraud, bribery-related offences, theft and fraud, construction health and safety cases (commonly referred to as industrial summonses), sexual-related offences (indecent assault, public indecency and voyeurism), to road traffic offences (dangerous driving, careless driving and dangerous driving causing death).
Alan is also a seasoned mitigation advocate who has been entrusted by many solicitors to handle thousands of mitigation hearings around Hong Kong. He strongly believes that his preparation, perseverance, and devotion are the backbone of successful mitigation advocacy, and has often used them to achieve the best outcome for his clients.
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Objective:
To provide solicitors with a comprehensive and practical update on the law and practice relating to indecent assault. The seminar will examine recent case law developments, analyse common evidential hurdles, and equip participants with effective trial strategies for both prosecution and defence. By the end of the session, participants will be able to identify key legal issues, handle evidential challenges confidently, and apply practical techniques in the courtroom.
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Outline:
- Legal Framework
- Overview of indecent assault under the Crimes Ordinance (Cap 200)
- Distinction from other sexual offences
- Elements of the offence: actus reus and mens rea
- Consent: statutory provisions and recent judicial interpretation
- Latest Case Law Developments
- Recent Hong Kong appellate decisions
- Relevant English and Commonwealth authorities
- Trends in sentencing and their practical impact
- Evidential Challenges
- Credibility of complainants and witnesses (especially in historical cases)
- Special measures for vulnerable witnesses
- Recent complaint evidence: admissibility and weight
- Expert evidence: medical, psychological, and forensic
- Digital evidence (e.g., messages, social media)
- Handling inconsistencies and delay
- Trial Strategies - Prosecution
- Building a coherent case theory
- Presenting evidence effectively
- Addressing consent and credibility issues
- Examination-in-chief and re-examination techniques
- Trial Strategies - Defence
- Challenging identification and credibility
- Raising reasonable doubt on consent
- Cross-examination techniques
- Use of legal submissions and closing arguments
- Sentencing and Practical Considerations
- Aggravating and mitigating factors
- Recent sentencing trends
- Ethical issues and client care
- Media and reputational concerns
- Case Studies / Interactive Discussion
- Applying principles to practical scenarios
- Q&A and sharing of experiences
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| Category: |
Criminal Litigation |
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Bookings & Payments
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Cancellation
In case of cancellation of a booking, you must inform us in writing at least seven (7) days before the date of the course, and a full refund will be issued (less of HK$300 administration fee). Cancellation of unpaid bookings will incur a HK$300 administration fee and the cancellation will not be deemed effective until payment of such fee is received. No refunds will be given and any outstanding amounts remain payable in full if the written notice of cancellation is made less than (7) days before the date of the course.
Transfer
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- Transfer the booking to a replacement delegate;( Not available for Individual Discount Packages)
- Transfer your booking to another course, to be held before 31 October 2026; or
- Request a credit voucher, to be used on another LexOmnibus CPD course to be held before 31 October 2026.
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