Rex v Peard - (1905) 25 NZLR 568

Criminal Law — "The Criminal Code Act, 1893," Section 196 — Carnally knowing Girl above Twelve and under Sixteen — Prosecution to be commenced within One Month — "The Criminal Code Amendment Act, 1905;" Section 2 — Extension of Period for Prosecution to Six Months — Expiry of Original Time-limit before Amending Act in Operation — Not retrospective.