Australian Capital Territory Consolidated Acts Australian Capital Territory Consolidated Acts(1) This section applies if, in relation to an inquest or inquiry, or a part of an inquest or inquiry (the relevant proceedings), the coroner has given a direction under the Evidence (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1991 , section 20 (1) (Territory courts may take evidence and submissions from outside ACT) or section 32 (1) (Use of link in proceedings).
(2) If this section applies, a person who in the relevant proceedings—
(a) is required or entitled to appear personally, whether under section 42 or as a witness; or
(b) is entitled to appear for another person;
may appear in the relevant proceedings and participate or give evidence in accordance with the direction.
(3) A person who appears in relevant proceedings in accordance with this section is taken to be before the coroner.