If I have a defence when can I tell the court?
- If you have an arguable defence your lawyer will give you advice and explain how to best deal with this during your case.
- You lawyer may:
- raise the issue with police as part of a negotiation; or
- decide to call witnesses at a contested hearing (trial) to support your defence.
- The police or prosecution must prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt whether or not you have a defence. You do not have to prove anything.
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