Section 245A: Procedure in case of previous convictions

In a case where a previous conviction is charged under the provisions of section 221, sub section (7), and the accused does not admit that he has been previously convicted as alleged in the charge, the Magistrate may, after he has convicted the accused under section 243, or under section 245, sub section (2), take evidence in respect of the alleged previous conviction, and, if he does so, shall record a finding thereon.]

Effective date: 1898-07-01

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