28.—(1) Where in the public interest it is desirable to seek a direction from the judge advocate without giving notice to the accused, the prosecutor may apply for a hearing for directions in accordance with this rule.
(2) Where the prosecutor applies for a hearing for directions under this rule, the judge advocate shall determine whether in the interests of justice such a hearing is necessary.
(3) Where the judge advocate grants the prosecutor’s application under this rule, he shall direct that the hearing for directions shall proceed without notice to the accused and without the participation of the accused.