a handbook for media reporting
on South Australian courts

Welcome to the handbook for media reporting on the work of the courts in South Australia.

This booklet does not contain legal advice. It has been written by a journalist for journalists. If in doubt about how best to report an issue or case, obtain independent legal advice.

The information is correct as at 12 August 2008. The document is searchable and downloadable.

The handbook has two appendices: Appendix A is a series of flow charts showing how matters process through each jurisdiction. Appendix B is the legislation governing access to evidence.

Click here to begin browsing the handbook in html version. This version is readily searchable. 

To view or print only the handbook in pdf format click here (174KB).

To view or print the flow charts (Appendix A), click here (129 KB).

To view or print the relevant legislation (Appendix B), click here. (59 KB)

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