Section 23AWitness Protection

s. 23A

23A. Witness Protection [(1) A Tribunal shall take all necessary measures to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of witnesses who provide testimony or evidence in proceedings under this Act. (2) A Tribunal may, on its own motion or upon request by the prosecution, defence, or the witness concerned, order any of the protective measures specified in sub-section (1) or any other measures it deems necessary to safeguard the witness. (3) Any decision on witness protection shall be made with due regard to the rights of the accused and the prosecution to a fair trial, ensuring that such measures do not unduly prejudice either party involved in the trial.]

1. 41. Sections 23A was inserted by section 20 of the International Crimes (Tribunals) (Amendment) Act, 2026 (Act No. XIII of 2026) (With effect from 6th January 2009).