Section 317
Order to take further evidence
ActIn forceProvision 276 of 459
Section 317
(2)
When the additional evidence is taken by a Magistrate he shall certify that evidence to the High Court who shall then, as soon as may be, proceed to dispose of the appeal.
(3)
Unless the Judge otherwise directs, the accused or his advocate shall be present when the additional evidence is taken.
(4)
The taking of evidence under this section shall, for the purposes of Chapter XXV, be deemed to be an inquiry.