Where the prescribed time-limit of the preceding section are not observed, the
following rules shall apply:
(a) If the person summoned does not appear, the summons shall be cancelled either by the
court or by the Examining Magistrate who shall order that a new summons be issued.
(b) If the person summoned appears, he shall be informed that he has been irregularly
summoned and that he has a right to either apply for an adjournment, accept to be heard
or to have the matter proceeded with.
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