All accused persons who are in custody will appear by audio visual link (AVL) pursuant to s 5BB of the Evidence (Audio and Audio Visual Links) Act 1998 (NSW).  Accused persons who are on bail are excused from personal attendance and should appear instead by way of AVL.  All practitioners should appear by way of AVL. 

Appearance in person by practitioners or accused persons may be desirable in some circumstances.  Application to appear in person should be made by way of email to the Associate to the Criminal List judge at least one week in advance of the arraignment day.  The judge may also direct there be physical appearances where considered necessary.