Criminal Procedure Law (Amendment No. 93 - Temporary Provision - Swords of Iron) (Video Conferencing), 5784-2023

Because of the emergency, court hearings can be held by video conference. This applies to arraignment hearings at the start of a trial, and to hearings on the verdict, the sentence and setting punishment, when the defendant is detained or a prisoner. The hearing will be held with the defendant's lawyer present, and if they have none, one will be appointed. A confidential conversation between the defendant and their lawyer will be possible before, during and after the hearing. All participants will be able to see and hear each other. If the defendant has a disability, accessibility adjustments will be made. Where a video hearing is not possible, and with the consent of the defendant and their lawyer, the hearing can be held by an audio-only device. Without consent, the court can order the hearing held this way if it is urgent. These provisions are a temporary provision valid until January 8, 2024, and apply only while notices of a special emergency and the justice minister's declarations limiting hearings are in force.

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