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Federal Court (Criminal Proceedings) Rules 2016
5.01Bail application
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#### 5.01 Bail application
(1) An application for bail under section 58DA of the Act may be made:
(a) in writing; or
(b) if leave is given—orally at a hearing of the Court.
(2) A written application must be made by filing an application in accordance with Form CP31.
(3) A written application must be accompanied by an affidavit that complies with any practice note dealing with applications for bail.
> Note: A copy of any practice notes may be obtained from the District Registry or downloaded from the Court’s website at http://www.fedcourt.gov.au.
(4) Any additional material the accused relies on in support of the application must be attached to the affidavit.
(5) If an application is made in writing, a stamped copy of the written application and the accompanying affidavit must be served on the prosecutor at least 2 days before the hearing of the application.