The Weekly Law Reports
[1990] 2 WLR 640
[COURT OF APPEAL]
REGINA
v.
HANCOCK
1989 June 19;
July 24
July 24
Watkins L.J., Tudor Evans and Auld JJ.
Crime
— Theft
— Treasure trove
— Celtic silver coins
— Whether coroner's inquisition necessary pre-requisite of criminal prosecution
— Whether for jury to determine status and ownership of coins
— Burden and standard of proof