A defective information that incorrectly cites statutory subsections need not be formally amended where the appellant always knew the true nature of the charge, the particulars on their face constituted the correct offence, and no prejudice resulted. The Court did not finally determine whether a sentencing judge has power to amend an information after guilty plea and allocutus, leaving that question open.
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