260. Previous conviction.

(1) In a case where a previous conviction is charged under the provisions of sub-section (7) of section 234 and the accused does not admit that he has been previously convicted as alleged in the charge, the Judge may, after he has convicted the said accused under section 252 or section 259, take evidence in respect of the alleged previous conviction, and shall record a finding thereon.

(2) If the Judge records a finding to the effect that the accused has been previously convicted as alleged, the finding shall form part of the judgment.