Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita

Chapter 30

Submission of death Sentences for Confirmation

Section 409Power of High Court to confirm sentence or annul conviction

Description

In any case submitted under section 407, the High Court— (a) may confirm the sentence, or pass any other sentence warranted by law; or (b) may annul the conviction, and convict the accused of any offence of which the Court of Session might have convicted him, or order a new trial on the same or an amended charge; or (c) may acquit the accused person: Provided that no order of confirmation shall be made under this section until the period allowed for preferring an appeal has expired, or, if an appeal is presented within such period, until such appeal is disposed of.

📖 Understanding This Section

This section is part of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Chapter 30 (Submission of death Sentences for Confirmation). 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.