Before passing an order under section 5, the court shall inquire into the age of the offender and, after considering the report of the probation officer and taking such evidence, if any, as may be deemed necessary, shall record a finding thereon stating his age as nearly as may be.
Section 6: Preliminary inquiry and finding as to age of adolescent offender
The Kerala Borstal Schools Act, 1961State Act of Kerala · Act 31 of 1961
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Kerala Borstal Schools Act, 1961 |
|---|---|
| Section | 6 |
| Marginal note | Preliminary inquiry and finding as to age of adolescent offender |
| Jurisdiction | State of Kerala |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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