Legal Question in Criminal Law in India
Judgement in absence of accused
In a crimical case of intimidation and attempt to murder where multiple accused are in trial.All accused are on bail. if one of the accused is absent on the judgement day. Can the judge still pronounce its verdict. Pls explain possible scenarios.
5 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Judgement in absence of accused
Possibly in respect of the other accused. However, the judge may issue warrant against the accused not present beforre the court or cancel bail.
Re: Judgement in absence of accused
Judge will postpone the judgment and take steps like warrant to accused and notices to surety to procure presence of all the accused.
Re: Judgement in absence of accused
Each defendant is deemed to have a separate and individual case in which his individual guilt must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt. The absence of another defendant during trial or sentencing is of no consequence.
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Re: Judgement in absence of accused
yes court can
Re: Judgement in absence of accused
In a case pending in court, one may want to follow the conducting lawyer's advice.
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