Regulation 23 Representation: officers other than senior officers

In the case of an officer other than a senior officer, unless the officer concerned has given notice in accordance with regulation 18 that he wishes to be legally represented, the supervising officer shall appoint a police officer to present the case.

If the officer has given such notice, the supervising officer may either appoint a police officer to present the case or may instruct an independent solicitor or counsel to present the case.

The officer concerned may conduct his case either in person or by a police officer selected by him or, if he has given notice in accordance with regulation 18 that he wishes to be legally represented, by counsel or a solicitor.

This regulation has effect subject to the provisions of regulation 25.