Cap. 465 Art. 38Proceedings.

(1) Where there is reasonable cause to believe that any person has contravened any of the provisions of this Act or of any regulations made thereunder, the police shall, on the report of the Superintendent, institute criminal proceedings against the offender.

(2) In any criminal proceedings instituted by the police for an offence under this Act, the Superintendent or any authorised officer, may, notwithstanding any law to the contrary, lay the charge before the court, produce evidence, plead and otherwise conduct the prosecution instead of the police.

(3) The sworn statement of any authorised officer, to the effect that he has been deputed as provided in subarticle (2) shall be conclusive evidence of the fact, should proof thereof be required by the court.