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Q: Do I have to give evidence at court?

If you made a statement – whether to the police or a member of the defence team – you may have been asked to sign the statement agreeing to attend court as a witness. If you have been asked to attend court, it's highly likely you'll need to give evidence. Should you decide not to attend, the magistrate or judge can issue a summons requiring you to come to court. In some cases, if you still do not attend, a warrant can be issued for your arrest, and you will be brought to court to explain why you have refused to attend willingly.

Do I have to give evidence at court?

If you made a statement – whether to the police [...]

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