Valid from 18/06/2012
[F117EFunctions under sections 17A to 17D capable of exercise by single justiceE+W
(1)The functions of a magistrates' court under sections 17A to 17D above may be discharged by a single justice.
(2)Subsection (1) above shall not be taken as authorising—
(a)the summary trial of an information (otherwise than in accordance with section 17A(6) or 17B(2)(c) above); or
(b)the imposition of a sentence,
by a magistrates' court composed of fewer than two justices.]
Textual Amendments
F1Ss. 17D, 17E inserted (prosp.) by Criminal Justice Act 2003 (c. 44), ss. 41, 336, Sch. 3 para. 3