Introduction

15.1 This chapter considers the confidential relationship, sexual assault and medical communications privileges available under the Evidence Act 1995 (NSW) and the Evidence Act 2001 (Tas).

15.2 The chapter also makes a number of recommendations aimed at addressing criticisms of the certification process available under the sections dealing with the privilege against self-incrimination. Finally, the chapter considers the types of evidence that may be excluded in the public interest and the exclusion of evidence of settlement negotiations.