Criminal Evidence Act, 1992
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Evidence through television link. |
13.—(1) In any proceedings for an offence to which this Part applies a person other than the accused may give evidence, whether from within or outside the State, through a live television link— | |
(a) if the person is under 17 years of age, unless the court sees good reason to the contrary, | ||
(b) in any other case, with the leave of the court. | ||
(2) Evidence given under subsection (1) shall be videorecorded. | ||
(3) While evidence is being given through a live television link pursuant to subsection (1) (except through an intermediary pursuant to section 14 (1)), neither the judge, nor the barrister or solicitor concerned in the examination of the witness, shall wear a wig or gown. |