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When you may be a witness

You may be asked to attend court as a witness if you have information that can help the court come to a fair decision.

You may also be asked to go to court as an expert witness, such as a doctor or engineer, to provide advice about the evidence presented.

You may be a witness for the prosecution or the defence. In either case, both the defence and prosecution lawyers may ask you questions about what you know to ensure the facts presented about the crime are correct.

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Opposing bail

Before a hearing or trial, the defendant may apply for bail. People who are allowed bail can go free if they sign a bail undertaking to appear on further court dates and follow any conditions the court sets.

Where possible, the police should tell witnesses of any bail applications. If the defendant is allowed bail, the police should tell you what the conditions are.

Your safety is important

If at any stage you are concerned about your safety, or that of your family or friends, contact the police immediately.

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Being ordered to go to court

Before a hearing or trial, the defendant may apply for bail. People who are allowed bail can go free if they sign a bail undertaking to appear on further court dates and follow any conditions the court sets.

Where possible, the police should tell witnesses of any bail applications. If the defendant is allowed bail, the police should tell you what the conditions are.