(1) This section applies if -
(a) the court is proceeding under section 6 in a case where section 6(3)(a) applies, or
(b) it is proceeding under section 6 in a case where section 6(3)(b) applies or it is considering whether to proceed.
(2) For the purpose of obtaining information to help it in carrying out its functions (including functions under section 10A) the court may at any time order the defendant to give it information specified in the order.
(3) An order under this section may require all or a specified part of the information to be given in a specified manner and before a specified date.
(4) If the defendant fails without reasonable excuse to comply with an order under this section the court may draw such inference as it believes is appropriate.
(5) Subsection (4) does not affect any power of the court to deal with the defendant in respect of a failure to comply with an order under this section.
(6) If the prosecutor accepts to any extent an allegation made by the defendant -
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