Evidence given outside courtroom
113 Evidence given outside courtroom
If evidence of a vulnerable witness is given outside the courtroom using an audiovisual link, the following provisions apply:
(a) the place where the witness gives the evidence is taken to be in the courtroom;
(b) the Court must decide who is to be present in the same room as the witness while the evidence is given;
the Court may give directions:
(i) to ensure necessary communication between persons in the courtroom and the witness; and
(ii) to ensure images of the defendant are not transmitted to the place where the witness is giving evidence; and
(iii) to ensure the witness's evidence can be heard in the courtroom and the Judge can adequately observe the demeanour of the witness while giving evidence; and
to deal with any incidental matter.
Division 4A Recorded statements
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