Rule 48 Changes to the charge sheet after arraignment

(1)

If at any time after arraignment the prosecuting authority intends to—

(a)

amend, or substitute another charge or charges for, a charge;

(b)

discontinue proceedings on a charge;

(c)

prefer an additional charge;

he shall seek the leave of the judge advocate.

(2)

Where the judge advocate gives leave to discontinue proceedings on a charge, he shall consider whether to give the direction provided for in section 52I(13) of the Act.

(3)

Any direction referred to in paragraph (2) above shall be given in open court.