55DExamination of jurors—publication of prejudicial material during trial or inquest

55D Examination of jurors—publication of prejudicial material during trial or inquest

55D Examination of jurors—publication of prejudicial material during trial or inquest

A judge or coroner may examine a juror on oath to determine—

(a) whether the juror has read, seen or heard alleged prejudicial material published or broadcast during the trial or inquest, and

(b) whether the juror has been influenced by the material.

ss 55A–55D: Ins 1987 No 286, Sch 1 (11).