JUSTICES ACT 1886 - SECT 223 Appeal generally a rehearing on the evidence

JUSTICES ACT 1886 - SECT 223

223 Appeal generally a rehearing on the evidence

(1) An appeal under section 222 is by way of rehearing on the evidence (
"original evidence" ) given in the proceeding before the justices.

(2) However, the District Court may give leave to adduce fresh, additional or substituted evidence (
"new evidence" ) if the court is satisfied there are special grounds for giving leave.

(3) If the court gives leave under subsection (2) , the appeal is—

(a) by way of rehearing on the original evidence; and

(b) on the new evidence adduced.