A McKenzie friend cannot speak for you in court, and has no right to address the judge, or the jury. A McKenzie friend may, with the permission of the court, be able to sit with you in court, take notes on your behalf, and quietly offer suggestions and advice. This person can help to keep you calm, confident and organised throughout your appearance. You may wish to consider bringing a support person with you to court on the day of your appearance, for example a friend or relative.Ī support person in court is commonly referred to as a McKenzie Friend. Arranging to bring a support person to court Note: you may wish to consider packing everything in a small suitcase before your appearance so you can more easily transport it to and from the court – lawyers sometimes do this.

highlighter pens or post-it notes to keep track of documents that are being discussed, and to mark important points made.

a pen and some paper to keep track of what is being said throughout the trial and.

For example, on the day of your trial you should take your bundle of documents, which includes your witness statements, any written submissions you have prepared, and any letters or emails from the court When representing yourself in court, it is important to take everything you may wish to speak to on the day of your appearance, and something to take notes with on the day. Before court What to bring with you on the day This section provides information on representing yourself in the High Court on the day of your court appearance(s). If you are unclear of anything, it is important to tell the court and ask for assistance as soon as possible. It is important to abide by the rules of the court and carry out any directions given by the Court. If you choose to represent yourself, it helps to have a good understanding of the law and court practices.

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Information for lawyers & service providersĪppearing in court - what you need to know.Name of registry in English & te reo Māori.Court fees for civil & family court cases.Jury selection - statement for unrepresented defendant.Costs and disbursements you may need to pay.How to present your evidence on the day of your trial.Appearing in court - what you need to know.Documents - prescribed forms and templates.Representing yourself when commencing or defending an appeal in the High Court.How you can represent yourself in a criminal proceeding.Representing yourself in a criminal case in the High Court.Representing yourself in a civil case in the High Court.

Representing yourself in a civil case in the District Court.

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