In section 35 of the 1994 Act (effect of accused’s silence at trial), the following provisions shall cease to have effect, namely—
in subsection (1), the words “who has attained the age of fourteen years”; and
subsection (6).
Section 35: Effect of child’s silence at trial.
Crime and Disorder Act 1998 · 1998 c. 37View on legislation.gov.uk
This provision is repealed
It is retained for historical reference and may not reflect the law currently in force.
Part II: Criminal law
REPEALED on 2008-07-21 by Statute Law (Repeals) Act 2008.
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