Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita

Chapter 29

The Judgement

Section 402Special reasons to be recorded in certain cases

Description

Where in any case the Court could have dealt with,— (a) an accused person under section 401 or under the provisions of the Probation of Offenders Act, 1958; or (b) a youthful offender under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 or any other law for the time being in force for the treatment, training or rehabilitation of youthful offenders, but has not done so, it shall record in its judgment the special reasons for not having done so.

📖 Understanding This Section

This section is part of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Chapter 29 (The Judgement). Legal provisions are subject to interpretation by courts and may be amended by legislation. For specific legal advice regarding this section, please consult a qualified legal professional.