📜 Evidence Amendment Bill 2004
Assented toLABill 30023 June 2004
This bill amends the Evidence Act 1906 to insert a new section (50B) regarding the admissibility of DNA evidence in criminal proceedings. It outlines procedures for using DNA evidentiary certificates, including requirements for notice, access to records, and challenging the evidence.
Impact
This bill affects the justice system, particularly criminal proceedings, by streamlining the process of admitting DNA evidence. It impacts prosecutors, defendants, forensic scientists, and authorised officers involved in handling DNA evidence.
Key Changes
["Introduces DNA evidentiary certificates as admissible evidence.", "Specifies procedures for providing notice of intent to use the certificate.", "Outlines a process for accessing laboratory records related to DNA evidence.", "Establishes a mechanism for disputing the matters stated in the certificate."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LA Second Reading MovedLA23 June 2004
- LA IntroducedLA23 June 2004
- LA Third ReadingLA17 Aug 2004
- LA Second Reading AgreedLA17 Aug 2004
- LA Consideration in DetailLA17 Aug 2004
- LC Second Reading MovedLC18 Aug 2004
- LC Second Reading AgreedLC21 Sept 2004
- LC Third ReadingLC21 Sept 2004
Affected Sectors
justice
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