# Criminal Procedure (Scotland) Act 1995, Section 255A: Proof of age.

Extent: S

Where the age of any person is specified in an indictment or a complaint, it shall, unless challenged—
(a) in the case of proceedings on indictment by giving notice of a preliminary objection in accordance with section 71(2) or 72(6)(b)(i) of this Act; or
(b) in summary proceedings—
(i) by preliminary objection before the plea of the accused is recorded; or
(ii) by objection at such later time as the court may in special circumstances allow,
be held as admitted.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1995/46/section/255A (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/criminal-procedure-scotland-act-1995/section-255A
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