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Resource page – s 126A Evidence Act directions

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Important takeaways from the 65 page example directions document

  • The concerns raised by the profession have been noted and are being addressed (PDF page 3).
  • The directions are a guide only—judges are encouraged to discuss any directions they propose to give with counsel within the context and circumstances of each trial, on a case-by-case basis (PDF page 3)
  • The Media release accompanying the directions says that the example directions are provided as a guide only and the wording will need to be adapted to the circumstances of the particular case.