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(1) If the complaint has been made in writing to a Magistrate who is not competent to take cognizance of the case, he shall return the complaint for presentation to the proper Court with an endorsement to that effect. (2) If the complaint has not been made in writing, such Magistrate shall direct the complainant to the proper Court.

Effective date: 1898-07-01

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