If made orally, it shall not be recorded; if made in writing, it shall be after being openly read, and in that case shall be filed with the record and a copy given at the same time to the prosecutor.

Evidence for defence and examination of witnesses Evidence for defence and examination of witnesses.--The evidence for the defence shall then be given and the witnesses examined, who shall be liable to cross-examination and re-examination and to examination by the Commissioners according to the like rules as the witnesses for the prosecution.

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