Evidence must not be given before, or statements made in, the Magistrates Court about words spoken or anything done at a preliminary conference that is related to a question to be decided by the Magistrates Court in the proceeding unless—
(a) the parties otherwise agree; or
(b) the court
is satisfied that there are substantial reasons why, in the interests of
justice, the evidence should be given, or statements made.
Part 4 Hearings before Magistrates Court