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What to Do If You Think You Are a Vulnerable Witness
If you think that you may be a vulnerable witness, you should discuss this with the person citing you. They will discuss your circumstances with you and whether it is appropriate to make an application to the court for you to use special measures.
If the person who is citing you as a witness considers that you may be regarded as a vulnerable witness under the terms of the legislation, they will discuss this with you, or arrange for a suitable person to discuss this with you.
Applying to be regarded as a vulnerable witness.
Many witnesses will be anxious about giving evidence and some may be identified as vulnerable under the terms of the legislation. However, not every witness will require the benefit of using special measures.
