Summary Offences Act 1953

In any proceedings under this Part, other than for an offence, the

is not bound by the rules of evidence but may inform itself as it thinks fit; and

must act according to equity, good conscience and the substantial merits of the case without regard to technicalities and legal forms.

A fact to be proved in proceedings under this Part, other than for an offence, is sufficiently proved if proved on the balance of probabilities.