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2009-06-27

79. Non-appearance of informant

79. Non-appearance of informant

If the informant in a criminal proceeding does not appear on the date on which the proceeding is listed for hearing, the Magistrates' Court may-

(a) dismiss the charge; or

(b) adjourn the proceeding on any terms that it considers appropriate.

Note

Section 328 sets out who may appear on behalf of an informant.

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