56.—(1) Paragraph (2) applies where a person relies on a defence under any of [F1Chapters 2 to 6 and Chapter 6B of this Part].
(2) If evidence is adduced which is sufficient to raise an issue with respect to the defence, the court must assume that the defence is satisfied unless the prosecution proves beyond reasonable doubt that it is not.
Textual Amendments
F1Words in reg. 56 substituted (21.7.2022) by The Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No. 14) Regulations 2022 (S.I. 2022/850), regs. 1(2), 15
Commencement Information
I1Reg. 56 in force at 31.12.2020 on IP completion day (in accordance with 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)), see reg. 1(2)