10AAdvice on constitutional law matters

10A Advice on constitutional law matters

10A.1 A non‑corporate Commonwealth entity that seeks legal advice on a constitutional law issue from AGS must: (a) at the same time give a copy of the request for advice to the Secretary of the Attorney‑General’s Department; or (b) for an oral request—as soon as practicable: (i) confirm it in writing; and (ii) give a copy of the request to the Secretary of the Attorney‑General’s Department. 10A.2 The Attorney‑General’s Department or AGS may consult with the Solicitor‑General about whether the advice should be given by the Solicitor‑General or AGS. 10A.3 AGS must give a copy of any final advice it gives on a constitutional law issue to the Attorney‑General’s Department and to the Solicitor‑General.

Note: Copies of the Solicitor‑General’s advices will be given to the Attorney‑General’s Department and AGS.