Parties cannot dispense with the requirement for judicial leave under s 38 of the Evidence Act 2008 by agreement between counsel; the trial judge must exercise the discretion carefully, confine the scope of any cross-examination, and be astute to prevent s 38 being used as a tactical device.
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