The Magistrate has convicted 'A' for the offence of having cheated a number of investors in the sum of Rs. 10 crores. The Magistrate is of the opinion that the gravity of the offence a sentence to undergo imprisonment in excess of 3 years to be imposed. The sentence is excess of 3 years can be imposed by:

A. The Magistrate after putting the accused to notice

B. By the Court of Sessions to whom the Magistrate must refer the matter to

C. The court of the ACMM/CMM to whom the matter is to be referred to

D. By the Court of Sessions after notice to the accused

Answer: Option C