Section 21
Evidence as to possession
of Weights and Measures Act 1972
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Section 21
Whenever any weight, measure or instrument for weighing or measuring is found in the premises of any person or in the possession of any person carrying on trade, any such person shall, unless the contrary is proved, be presumed for the purpose of this Act to have such weight or measure or instrument for weighing or measuring in his possession for use for trade.
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(a)
that he used due diligence to secure compliance with this
Act or any regulations thereunder; and
(b)
that the offence was committed without his knowledge, consent or connivance.