25 Mar 2022
R v EBDELL [2022] NZHC 580
- Citation
- [2022] NZHC 580
- Court
- High Court
After reviewing expert assessments, recorded interviews and transcripts of the complainants' evidence at two prior trials, the Judge concluded both complainants could sufficiently understand questions put orally and adequately respond under s 81(2) Evidence Act 2006; accordingly appointment of communication assistants was declined and the Court instead directed specific trial accommodations (structured questioning, scheduled mini-breaks and other agreed measures) to be followed by counsel.