Benwell v. Republic of Sri Lanka – 1978_79 volume 2 page 194

In the case between P. G. J. Benwell (via his mother, the petitioner) and the Republic of Sri Lanka, the court addressed the admissibility and sufficiency of computer-generated and documentary evidence in extradition proceedings under the Extradition Law, No. 8 of 1977. It was determined that the evidence presented, including documents E86 and E109, failed to meet the required standards for authenticity and admissibility, and did not establish a prima facie case. The principles reaffirmed emphasized that only relevant and properly authenticated evidence can support committal for extradition. The High Court’s committal order was set aside, and Benwell was ordered to be discharged from custody. This decision underscored that procedural regularity and evidentiary standards are mandatory in ex