Unrepresented accused who requires legal advice

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If—

(a)

an accused is charged with an offence punishable by imprisonment; and

(b)

the accused is unrepresented on the return date—

the court must—

(c)

ask the accused whether the accused has sought legal advice; and

(d)

if satisfied that the accused has not had a reasonable opportunity to obtain legal advice, grant an adjournment if so requested by the accused; and

(e)

inform the accused that the accused has the right, if eligible, to legal aid under the Legal Aid Act 1978.

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