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In forceJury to be informed of charge in criminal trial
Part 6Jury trials
Division 1Procedure following selection of jury
51 Jury to be informed of charge in criminal trial
When the jury for a criminal trial has been sworn, the judge must ensure the jury is informed—
(a)
in appropriate detail, of the charge contained in the indictment; and
(b)
of the jury’s duty on the trial.
This Act’s bill:Explanatory memorandum
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