Weaknesses Of Committal Hearings ( Pre Trial Procedure ) Flashcards

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Complicated

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Without legal representation, the accused will find it hard to understand

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2
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Expensive

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Legal representation is expensive, especially for those held in remand

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3
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Delays

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Resulted in cases proceeding directly to trial and bypassing the committal stage

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4
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Stress and inconvenience

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Felt by accused, victims and their families

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5
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Unnecessary

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Adds extra stress and inconvenience for parties in stronger cases

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