(1) The Examining Magistrate may entrust the custody of a minor to:
(a) his parents, guardian, custodian or any other trustworthy person;
(b) a welfare centre or an observation home;
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(c) any specialized institution;
(d) a vocational training or health centre.
(2) Any order to place a minor in one of the institutions mentioned in sub-section (1) shall
always state the reasons for the custody and shall specify the du ration thereof not to exceed
the date when judgment is delivered.
(3) Measures of custody of a minor shall be taken in the best interest of the minor, and may be
cancelled or changed at any time.
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In force from 27 July 2005
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