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53 Mention hearing

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Explained inBill clause 53

At a mention hearing, the Magistrates' Court may—

(a)if the offence is an indictable offence that may be heard and determined summarily, grant a summary hearing;

(b)proceed immediately to hear and determine the charge;

(c)fix a date for a contest mention hearing;

(d)fix a date for a summary hearing of the charge;

(e)make any other order or give any direction that the court considers appropriate.