Pre-trial cross-examination (Section 28)
This section provides resources and information on Section 28 of the Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act 1999, which is the legislative foundation for recording of evidence and cross-examination prior to trial.
Intermediaries will find information on who may require a S.28 hearing, the process involved, as well as some historical background on their origins and intent.
This checklist provides information for intermediaries regarding the procedure of a Section 28 special measures. Please note, it was produced by Lexicon Limited and therefore has no official status. It is, of course, still useful for RIs.
A brief overview of pre-recorded cross examinations / Section 28 hearings with links for further guidance.
This final S28 special measure outlined in the 1999 Act was not piloted until 2014. This article discusses reasons for the delay and why other reforms taking place in the interim helped smooth the way for S28.