Section 161B: Live video and television link
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161B. Live video and television link
(1) Notwithstanding any other enactment, the Court may, in its discretion
and on motion made by the prosecution, allow a complainant in a sexual
offence case or any witness in relation to an offence under the Piracy and
Maritime Violence Act to appear before it, and depone, through such live
video or live television link system as may be approved in writing by the
Chief Justice.
(2) In exercising its discretion under subsection (1), the Court shall ensure
that there is a fair hearing in the matter.
[S. 161B inserted by s. 2 (c) of Act 30 of 2003; s. 11 (1) (b) of Act 39 of 2011
w.e.f. 1 June 2012.]
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- Can a victim of a sexual offence give evidence by video link instead of appearing in court?