Criminal Procedure Code · Updated to 1 May 2023 · Chapter XXXVII · The Public Prosecutor
379. Employment of advocate
Feedback & supportWith the permission in writing of the Public Prosecutor an advocate may be employed on behalf of the Government to conduct any criminal prosecution or inquiry, or to appear on any criminal appeal or point of law reserved on behalf of the Public Prosecutor. The advocate shall be paid out of the public funds such remuneration as may be sanctioned by the Minister of Finance and while conducting such prosecution or inquiry, or appearing on such criminal appeal or point of law reserved, shall be deemed to be a “public servant”.
advocate
Defined · s 2
“advocate” has the meaning assigned by section 3 of the Interpretation Acts 1948 and 1967;