Conviction on plea of guilty

If the accused admits guilt in court, the Magistrate must record the plea. After recording, the Magistrate has the discretion to convict the accused on that plea. The conviction can be based on the recorded admission without proceeding to a full trial if the Magistrate so chooses.

Rohan is charged with a minor assault. In court he says he is guilty and the Magistrate records his plea. The Magistrate may then convict Rohan on that recorded plea without holding a full trial.