Legal Opinion
State v. Reed
Supreme Court of New Hampshire
Decided February 26, 1965No. 5264PublishedCited by 8 opinions
1Opinion of the CourtBlandin, J.
We are faced with the familiar but often difficult task of deciding whether the record supports the Trial Court’s preliminary conclusion that the defendant’s confession was voluntary. State v. White, 105 N. H. 159; State v. George, 93 N. H. 408, 415-416. In making our determination, we are mindful of the fact that the ultimate purpose of a criminal trial is to discover the truth. State v. Nelson, 105 N. H. 184, 191. Also, it is basic, in carrying out this purpose, that the constitutional rights of the accused, be he innocent or guilty, must be meticulously protected. It is equally vital that…
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