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378B: Meaning of terms used in sections 378C and 378D
or “This section explained the meanings of words used in other parts of the law, but it's no longer in use.”
You could also call this:

“The law says you need to get permission from a special lawyer before looking into someone who was found not guilty before.”

This section of the law has been removed. It used to be about when the Solicitor-General’s permission was needed to use certain powers related to someone who had been found not guilty of a crime. The section was taken out of the law on 1 July 2013. This means it no longer applies and you can’t use it anymore.

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Next up: 378D: Order for retrial may be granted by Court of Appeal if new and compelling evidence discovered

or “The Court of Appeal can order a new trial if they find strong new proof about a case that was already decided.”
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Part 12 Procedure
Retrials of previously acquitted persons

378CConsent of Solicitor-General required in certain circumstances for exercise of powers in relation to acquitted person (Repealed)

    Notes
    • Section 378C: repealed, on , by section 6 of the Crimes Amendment Act (No 4) 2011 (2011 No 85).