Evidence (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1991
81Meaning of recorded statement—pt 4.5
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81 Meaning of recorded statement—pt 4.5 recorded statement means— (a) an audiovisual recording— (i) of a complainant answering questions from a police officer in relation to the investigation of a family violence offence; and (ii) made by a police officer; or (b) an audio recording that complies with paragraph (a)— (i) if the complainant does not consent to an audiovisual recording; or (ii) in exceptional circumstances. Example—exceptional circumstances technical difficulties with the visual aspect of the recording identified following the making of the recording
Division 4.5.2 Family violence offence proceedings—recorded statement of police interview