Section 147
Order to take further evidence
of Syariah Criminal Procedure (Federal Territories) Act 1997
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Section 147
(1)
In dealing with any appeal under this Chapter, the Syariah
High Court, if it thinks additional evidence to be necessary, may either take such evidence itself or direct it to be taken by the Syariah
Subordinate Court.
(2)
When the additional evidence is taken by the Syariah
Subordinate Court, it shall certify such evidence to the Syariah High
Court which shall thereupon, as soon as may be, proceed to dispose of the appeal.
(3)
Unless the Syariah High Court otherwise directs, the accused or his Peguam Syarie shall be present when the additional evidence is taken.