Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Chapter 27
Provisions as to Accused Persons of Unsound Mind
Chapter 27 Overview
This chapter of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita focuses on Provisions as to Accused Persons of Unsound Mind. It contains 12 sections that provide detailed legal provisions, definitions, procedures, and regulations related to this specific area of law.
Each section within this chapter addresses specific aspects of Provisions as to Accused Persons of Unsound Mind, providing clarity on legal requirements, obligations, rights, and procedures. These provisions are designed to ensure proper implementation and understanding of the law in this domain.
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Section 367
Procedure in case of accused being person of unsound mind.
Section 368
Procedure in case of person of unsound mind tried before Court.
Section 369
Release of person of unsound mind pending investigation or trial.
Section 370
Resumption of inquiry or trial.
Section 371
Procedure on accused appearing before Magistrate or Court.
Section 372
When accused appears to have been of sound mind.
Section 373
Judgment of acquittal on ground of unsoundness of mind.
Section 374
Person acquitted on ground of unsoundness of mind to be detained in safe custody.
Section 375
Power of State Government to empower officer in charge to discharge.
Section 376
Procedure where prisoner of unsound mind is reported capable of making his defence.
Section 377
Procedure where person of unsound mind detained is declared fit to be released.
Section 378
Delivery of person of unsound mind to care of relative or friend.
