Criminal Code (Cap. 9)
Criminal Code (Cap. 9), article 629
629. (1) Every person of sound mind is admissible as witness,
unless there are objections to his competency.
Explanation to
witness on
obligation of
oath.
(2) The court shall explain to the witness the obligation of the
oath if, on account of his age or for other reasons, it appears
doubtful whether he understands such obligation; and if,
notwithstanding such explanation, the court shall deem it necessary
that the witness, before giving evidence, be further instructed as to
the consequences of false testimony, the court may, if it considers
the deposition of such witness to be important for the ends of
justice, adjourn the trial to another day, and, should the case be
before the Criminal Court, discharge the jury.
No particular
age required for
competency of
witness.
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