Conviction on plea of guilty in absence of accused in petty cases. 276. (1) Where a summons has been issued under section 229 and the accused desires to plead guilty to the charge without appearing before the Magistrate, he shall transmit to the Magistrate, by post or by messenger, a letter containing his plea and … Read more
Conviction on plea of guilty. 275. If the accused pleads guilty, the Magistrate shall record the plea as nearly as possible in the words used by the accused and may, in his discretion, convict him thereon.
CHAPTER XXI TRIAL OF SUMMONS-CASES BY MAGISTRATES Substance of accusation to be stated 274. When in a summons-case the accused appears or is brought before the Magistrate, the particulars of the offence of which he is accused shall be stated to him, and he shall be asked whether he pleads guilty or has any defence … Read more