Routine rapid antigen testing has been introduced into one of Wagga's criminal courts to allow for the return of jury trials.
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On Monday, legal teams, court staff and members of the public at Wagga District Court were tested for COVID-19 under the new system.
A Department of Communities and Justice spokesperson said rapid antigen screening (RAS) had been introduced at District Court jury trials as a precaution against the transmission of COVID-19.
"This is managed by the Office of the Sheriff in support of the resumption of jury trials in the District Court," the spokesperson said.
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"Safety is our number one priority and remains at the forefront of our decision-making while COVID-19 continues to pose a risk.
"We are working hard to keep the justice system free from COVID-19, with safety measures in place."
The RAS test typically involves a nasal swab which is placed into a chemical solution that displays a result within six to 15 minutes.
According to NSW Health, those who get a positive result need to get a standard COVID-19 test to confirm the screening test result.
Those who get negative results do not need to get tested unless they develop symptoms, even if mild.
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