In proceedings under the Crimes (Victims Assistance) Act (NT), costs may only be awarded in favour of the applicant and only upon the issue of an assistance certificate. The general costs power in s 31 of the Local Court Act does not apply to such proceedings. However, the Court retains discretion to reduce an applicant's costs to reflect conduct such as non-attendance.
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