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33 Burden of proof in certain proceedings.E+W+S
If in any proceedings under section 8, 16(7) or 26(2) of this Act any question arises—
(a)as to the number of mechanically propelled vehicles used, or
(b)as to the character, weight, horse-power or cylinder capacity of any mechanically propelled vehicle, or
(c)as to the number of persons for which a mechanically propelled vehicle has seating capacity, or
(d)as to the purpose for which any mechanically propelled vehicle has been used,
the burden of proof in respect of the matter in question shall lie on the defendant.
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