Change: people People UNDER 17 What if I am asked to give evidence in a court?Children who are the victims of sexual abuse or physical abuse are often called as a witness to give evidence at the hearing of a prosecution against the person accused of the abuse. If   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 818)

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Change: Under 17 If I’m hurt because of someone else’s criminal act, what happens?If someone commits a crime the Police can charge him or her with that offence. If you feel that you have been the victim of abuse you can contact the police (http://www.police.govt.nz/district/phonebook.html) or   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 818)

Change: Moved by YouthLaw Nov 25 2009, 7:38 PM EST

Change: If you are under 17 and have been the victim of sexual abuse there are special rules about giving evidence. If the Judge agrees:• You may give your evidence on videotape rather than having to give it in person;• Your evidence may be   View changes from previous version. (Word count: 392)

Change: Created by Jeanierich Jun 24 2009, 12:43 AM EDT for: no reason given