
In this episode, we introduce the topic of criminal trial procedure. We consider textbook authority when examining fundamental matters such as witness competence and compellability, special measures, judicial modes of address and criminal trial etiquette. We will also consider the stages of criminal trials, including case law principles applicable to 'half-time submissions' of no case to answer before developing our knowledge of the differences between examination-in-chief, cross-examination and re-examination of witnesses at trial.