AN OVERVIEW OF THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK GOVERNING RIGHTS OF ACCUSED PERSON DURING CRIMINAL TRIAL IN TANZANIA
This article explores the legal framework on the legal rights of the accused during criminal trial and it focuses on the laws which provides for procedures and rights together with the institutions involved in criminal trial in Tanzania. The responsibility of the state, its organs and the departments concerning in this stage and the laws in ensuring the rights of accused are adhered at every stage of criminal proceedings are also addressed. Also the article in conclusion shows how the rights of the accused are violated by some of the provisions of the law such as the provisions of right to bail to the accused person in which it requires the certificate in writing from the Director of Public Prosecution, therefore the article concluded by advocating for a concerted effort by stakeholders to prioritize the rights of the accused persons and suggest ways forward to protect accused rights in Tanzania.
Key terms: Accused person, rights of accused person, criminal trial
