New magistrates鈥� courts trial preparation form and guidance notes
The Lord Chief Justice has authorised the use an amended form for preparation for trial, where the defendant pleads not guilty.
Applies to England and Wales
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The Lord Chief Justice has authorised the use in magistrates鈥� courts of an amended form for preparation for trial, where the defendant pleads not guilty, and new notes for guidance on using the form.
They were devised by the Rule Committee鈥檚 case management group, which includes members of the Committee and other practitioners.
The changes are designed to help courts, and the parties, avoid unnecessary hearings and to help make sure that the trial takes place on time and effectively.
The form and notes appear under the heading 鈥楶art 3 鈥� Case management鈥� on the .