Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00764:clause:1_31
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00764
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 1 cl 31
Character Range: 29432–30493

31                      After section 5.10.5
                        Insert:

5.10.5A    Leave without pay to attend a court or tribunal proceeding
1.                      This section applies to a member who is appearing in civilian court or tribunal proceedings for a person other than the Commonwealth.
                        Note: A member appearing for the Commonwealth is on duty and is not required to take leave.
2.                      A member is eligible for leave without pay to attend a court or tribunal proceeding if all of the following apply.
                        a.                                                                                                                                     The member has not been approved a short absence under section 5.11.30 to attend the court or tribunal proceedings.
                        b.                                                                                                                                     The CDF is satisfied that it is reasonable in the circumstances.