An accused person who vacillates about giving evidence but ultimately accepts counsel's advice not to give evidence has made an informed decision, and the principles in Craig v The Queen are not engaged where no incorrect legal advice is demonstrated. Defence practitioners should obtain signed written instructions from an accused who decides not to give evidence to guard against subsequent incompetent representation claims.
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