If the quality of an adult witness' evidence (other than the accused) is likely to be diminished by reason of fear or distress in giving evidence, they are automatically eligible for special measures. Section 17(1) of the Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act 1999 provides so.

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Section 17(1) of the Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act 1999 states that if the quality of an adult witness' evidence is likely to be diminished by reason of fear or distress in giving evidence, they are automatically eligible for special measures.

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