Having to go to court can be daunting for many reasons. The
uncertainly of not knowing what to expect, what to say, how to act
and what happens inside the courtroom can create anxiety and even
lead to a decline in mental health.
But knowledge and support are key – and obtaining relevant
information and taking the right steps can make the process as
manageable as possible.
Here are a few tips that may assist you both in the lead-up to
court and during the court process.
Preparing for court
If you have engaged a lawyer, it's a good idea to speak with
them about what's expected to occur, as well as any documents
you may need to prepare such as a letter of apology or character
references if you intent to plead guilty, or provide information
which may assist your lawyer to defend the charges if
you intent to plead not guilty – such as providing details of
any possible witnesses for the defence, as well as information
about what actually happened, rather than what
