Watch the video below to see a demonstration of what the first hearing before a magistrate involves.
It shows the applicant being called into the courtroom, making an affirmation, discussing the contents of their affidavit, and the magistrate explaining some of the court process.
The video is only an example of what might happen at a first hearing and has been edited to be shorter than a real hearing.
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Watch the video below to see a demonstration of what the first hearing before a magistrate involves.