Extradition Act · s 53

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s 53Evidence for purposes of surrender of persons to Brunei Darussalam

(1)

If the Attorney General intends to seek a person’s extradition to

Brunei Darussalam, he may, by notice in writing, authorise the taking of evidence for use in any proceedings for the extradition of that person to

Brunei Darussalam.

(2)

A magistrate may take the evidence of each witness on oath and shall —

(a)

cause it to be reduced to writing and certify as to the taking of the evidence; and

(b)

cause it and the certificate to be sent to the Attorney General.

(3)

The person in relation to whom the evidence is being taken is not entitled to be represented while the evidence is being taken.

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