Self-represented accused and appellants in the criminal justice system, and a prosecutor’s duty

About the webinar

ETHICS & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS.

CPD Points: 1.5

Self-represented accused and appellants often add complexity and time to court proceedings. Prosecutors have a unique role in matters involving such persons, as they must balance their duty to the court with their responsibilities to the ODPP. On one hand, the prosecutor must act on behalf of the state and related stakeholders (such as victims, police). On the other, they must help the court to ensure that justice is effected quickly. This seminar will consider issues such as what a self-represented is; the arrangements made for self-represented litigants in the criminal justice system; relevant prosecution guidelines; practical issues concerning self-represented litigants; balancing prosecutorial duties with the duty to assist the court; and case law that bears on such issues. 

Presenter: Felicity Evans

CPD accreditation

Information for lawyers and barristers

If this educational activity is relevant to your professional development and practice of the law, then you should claim 1.5 MCLE/CPD points per webinar or 12 units for the full series. Practitioners are advised to check with the CPD governing body in their jurisdiction for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Find out about interstate accreditation. 

Prerequisites

None

Delivery style

This is an online webinar. Once enrolled, you will be provided a link to the recording and can watch on demand.

Full series registration

CLICK HERE to register for the full series (8 webinars)

Further enquiries

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