A YOUNG couple accused of attempting to procure an abortion have had their case adjourned.
The matter of Tegan Simone Leach, 19, and Sergie Brennan, 21, was mentioned before Magistrate Alan Comans this morning.
Leach faces a single charge of attempting to procure a miscarriage, while Brennan is charged with attempting to procure an abortion and supplying drugs or instruments to procure an abortion.
Neither defendant attended the hearing and were represented by solicitor Bernie Carman from Daniel Towne and Associates.
Mr Carman told the court they were still to get a brief of evidence from prosecutors.
Police prosecutor Dorothy Bishop said the bulk of the brief was ready, but they were still waiting on statements from two doctors and another witness.
Magistrate Comans adjourned the matter for a directions hearing on Wednesday.
Both defendants are free on bail.
The case has generated intense publicity across the country.
All the offences carry a maximum penalty of 14 years’ jail.
