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Cap. 9 · Criminal Code (Cap. 9)

Cap. 9 Art. 523Where false evidence is suspected.

Title V

In forceOfficial text

When there is a reasonable suspicion of any falsity of evidence, the court may order the arrest of the person suspected to be guilty thereof; if this takes place before the Criminal Court or

Court of Criminal Appeal, the court shall order such person to be brought before the Court of Magistrates for the necessary inquiry;

and if it takes place before the Court of Magistrates, such court shall proceed thereon ex officio.

Amendment history
  • Amended by VIII.1990.3