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Witness Information

Witnesses are people who are called by a party to proceedings to give evidence in relation to the case before the court.

In a criminal trial, the evidence is used in helping to determine whether the accused is guilty or not guilty. In a civil trial, the evidence is used to help to determine the issues involved.

Click on the question for the answer:

How can I prepare for being a witness?

What do I do when I attend Court?

How do I give evidence?

What if I do not speak English?

Do I get paid?


Quicklinks
Preparation
Giving Evidence
Attending Court
Interpreters
Payment

Related Sites
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Last updated: 30 October 2008
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