Queensland Consolidated Acts

EVIDENCE ACT 1977 - SECT 21AZM

21AZM Functions

(1) An intermediary for a witness in a relevant proceeding has the following functions in relation to the witness’s evidence in the proceeding—

(a) to communicate or explain to the witness questions put to the witness, to the extent necessary to enable the witness to understand the questions;

(b) to communicate or explain to a person asking questions of the witness the answers given by the witness in reply, to the extent necessary to enable the person to understand the answers.

(2) An intermediary for a witness in a relevant proceeding also has the functions conferred on the intermediary under subdivision 3 in relation to directions hearings.

(3) In performing a function under this division, an intermediary—

(a) is an officer of the court; and

(b) must act impartially.