527. Direction for defendant to give evidence through intermediary.

As from a day to be appointed, the following provisions have effect1.

The court2 may give a direction that provides for any examination of the defendant3 to be conducted through an interpreter or other person approved by the court for these purposes (an 'intermediary)4. The court may give such a direction, on the application of the defendant, if the court is satisfied5:

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