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“Judgement” in this context is construed to mean the “script” read out by the judge
or magistrate in a particular case. In the premise, a judgement contains:
(i) a summary of evidence
(ii) findings of fact both direct and inferential.
(iii) principles of law applicable to the relevant case.
(iv) the decision for example guilty or not guilty.
(v) sentence or order.
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