Audio / Teleconference

Question 1

Appearance of Accused - Audioconference

Answer 1

Section 515 has added video / audio conference stipulations.

For the purposes of a JIR an accused can appear via video / audio if the technology is available.

Question 2

Appearance of Accused - Audioconference

Answer 2

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Question 3

Witness TestimonyAudio / Videoconference

Answer 3

S. 715.23 and S.715.25

Considerations for accused persons or other participants to appear by way of audio or video conference include location and personal circumstances of the accused

Circumstances include: Location, costs incurred, the witnesses anticipated evidence, seriousness of offence.