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Crime, justice and the law

Going to court

Jury duty 
Everything you should know about the jury system, such as how it works, your obligations if you are called, who is eligible – or ineligible, whether jurors are paid and whether they can be detained overnight. 

Being a witness
What happens if you are called as a witness in a court case. How you will be notified and how you should prepare to testify. What happens when you give evidence and are cross-examined, plus information for litigants and practitioners. You may also be involved in making, changing, contesting or signing and witnessing a will.  

Victims of crime
Support, counselling and other services are available for victims of crime. Find out who to contact, such as police, the Victim Support Service and witness assistance officers. You can also access a child abuse support line, a rape and sexual assault support service, Crisis Care and Lifeline.