181
In forceLegal representation and examination
Chapter 4Hearings and claims of reasonable excuse, including privilege
Part 1Hearings
181 Legal representation and examination
(1)
A witness at a commission hearing may be legally represented at the hearing.
(2)
A witness may be examined, cross-examined or re-examined on any matter the presiding officer considers relevant by—
(a)
the presiding officer; or
(b)
counsel assisting the commission at the hearing; or
(c)
a person authorised by the presiding officer; or
(d)
a lawyer representing the witness.
(3)
The presiding officer may allow a person who is not giving sworn evidence at the hearing to be legally represented at the hearing if the presiding officer considers there are special circumstances.
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