Proof of previous conviction of witness may be given

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A witness may, subject to any other provisions of this Act, be questioned as to whether he has been convicted of any offence, and upon being so questioned, if he either denies or does not admit the fact, or refuses to answer, it shall be lawful for the cross-examining party to prove such conviction.

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26 Proof of previous conviction of witness may be given