purposes of committal proceedings | Mind Map

see whether charge for an indictable offence is appropriate to be heard + determined summarily

- increases access by ensuring weak cases don't further contribute to congestion in courts > preserves resources of court + personnel

determine whether there is enough evidence to support a conviction for the offence charged

discover whether the accused plans to plead guilty/not guilty

ensures a fair trial

- prosecution's case is disclosed to accused

- enables accused to hear/read evidence + cross examine witnesses

- allows accused to adequately construct + prepare + present case

- makes sure issues are clearly defined

- upholds fairness + equality