(1)  On the first attendance before the Court of a defendant charged with a summary offence, the Court –

(a) must cause the charge to be read to the defendant, or explain to the defendant, in simple terms, the offence with which he or she is charged; and

(b) if the defendant is not represented by a legal practitioner, must explain to the defendant, in the manner specified by the rules of court, the defendant's rights and duties under this Act in respect of the charge; and

(c) must invite the defendant to enter a plea to the charge.

(2)  The Court is not required to comply with subsection (1)(a) if satisfied that the defendant –

(a) is represented by a legal practitioner; or

(b) has received a copy of, and understands the nature of, the charge.