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State rejects manslaughter plea by murder accused
Summary
A 25-year-old man charged with murder in Longford in 2016 has pleaded guilty to manslaughter, but the State has rejected the lesser plea. Rihards Lavickis, of Annaly Court, Longford, denies the murder of Akadiusz Czajkowski on November 1, 2016, at Rue Noyal Chatillon, Townspark. The trial began at the Central Criminal Court before Ms Justice Una Ní Raifeartaigh, with a jury of twelve sworn in. Prosecuting counsel Patrick McGrath SC confirmed the Director of Public Prosecutions declined to accept the manslaughter plea. The judge addressed the jury on their role regarding facts and evidence, while she would provide legal direction. The trial is expected to last three weeks, with prosecution opening speeches set to resume tomorrow. Witnesses will subsequently give evidence, followed by closing arguments and jury deliberation on the facts presented. Rihards Lavickis pleaded not guilty.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: State rejects manslaughter plea by murder accused. Charges or matters: murder but guilty to the manslaughter of Akadiusz Czajkowski (31) at Rue Noyal Chatillon, Townspark in Longford on November 1, 2016; manslaughter but not guilty to the more serious offence of murder. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- November 1, 2016 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2018-02-08 Publication
Why: Ms Justice Ni Raifeartaigh further explained that part of her role is to give direction to the jury on matters of law while their role is in relation to the facts and evidence. CNI source report
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: murder but guilty to the manslaughter of Akadiusz Czajkowski (31) at Rue Noyal Chatillon, Townspark in Longford on November 1, 2016; manslaughter but not guilty to the more serious offence of murder (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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