In section 384(1) of the 1975 Act (probation), after the word “conviction” there shall be inserted the words—

“(except in a case to which section 432 of this Act applies)”.

In section 432 of the said Act (deferred sentence), at the end there shall be added the words—

“; and the fact that the accused has been convicted shall not prevent the court from making, in due course, a probation order under section 384 of this Act.”.