PART XII Evidence

F1 Proof of age

F2255A Proof of age.

Where the age of any person is specified in an indictment or a complaint, it shall, unless challenged—

(a)

in the case of proceedings on indictment by giving notice of a preliminary objection under paragraph (b) of section 72(1) of this Act or under that paragraph as applied by section 71(2) of this Act; or

(b)

in summary proceedings—

(i)

by preliminary objection before the plea of the accused is recorded; or

(ii)

by objection at such later time as the court may in special circumstances allow,

be held as admitted.