# The Criminal Procedure Rules 2025, Rule 16.1: When this Part applies

Extent: E+W

This Part applies where a party wants to introduce a written witness statement in evidence under section 9 of the Criminal Justice Act 1967.
[Note. Under section 9 of the Criminal Justice Act 1967, if the conditions specified in that section are met the written statement of a witness is admissible in evidence to the same extent as if that witness gave evidence in person.]

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2025/909/rule/16.1 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/criminal-procedure-rules-2025/rule-16.1/enacted
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