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Section 147

Order to take further evidence

of Syariah Criminal Procedure Ordinance, 2001

State OrdinanceIn forceProvision 112 of 196
Section 147

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(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.

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