Practice notes

Question 1

Practice note 1

Answer 1

Can ask any one any question but cannot compel them to answer you.

Question 2

Practice note 2

Answer 2

When police have sufficient evidence to charge a person or seek a person already in custody they must be cautioned before answering any questions or making a statement.

Question 3

Practice note 3

Answer 3

Questioning a person who there is sufficient evidence to charge or who is in custody cannot amount to cross-examination.

Question 4

Practice note 4

Answer 4

When a person is questioned about statements made by others or about other evidence, the substance and nature of the evidence must be fairly explained.

Question 5

Practice notes 5

Answer 5

Statements made by people in custody or where there is sufficient evidence to charge should preferably be on video - if impracticable or refused, must be recorded permanently on audio tape or in writing, the maker must be given the opportunity to review and make changes and sign it if written