Package includes:

Online CPD Module  l  Electronic booklet  l  PowerPoint Presentation

Package Fee (incl GST)

• $205 - NZLS members and Associate members
• $255 - Non-members

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Online CPD Module

Presentation time: 120 minutes

The admissibility of evidence is central to the administration of criminal justice. This seminar considers a range of aspects of the Evidence Act and provides practical guidance for courtroom practice.

The Evidence Act 2006 underpins all evidence adduced in courts at all levels. It is vital that criminal litigators remain up-to-date with its amendments and with current court direction on its use and application.

This module will not only cover legislative and case law updates, but also provide practical tips for improving your court practice.

Topics covered will include:

• Developments in recent case law
• Recent amendments to the Evidence Act
• Examination of the operation of certain sections of the Act
• Prior exculpatory statements
• Section 44 notice requirements
• Judicial directions as to relevance and use of certain evidence (s 35: Hart, Wilson)
• Common evidential issues in multi-defendant trials, including:
  – Text and voice identification (Hohepa)
  – Admissibility and reliability of co-conspirator statements
  – Undercover evidence
  – Judicial direction under s 126.

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Learning objectives

After completing this module you will: 

• Have increased knowledge and understanding of the Evidence Act including specific sections and how they operate, and recent amendments.
• Be familiar with recent case law and its effects.
• Have enhanced ability to successfully prepare for trial and tackle common trial issues as they arise.

Electronic Booklet 

Authors: Tiana Epati, Fiona Guy Kidd
Published: 19 September 2017
Pages: 40

Introduction

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PowerPoint Presentation

These are the slides included in the presentation.