In every case so submitted, the confirmation of the sentence, or any new sentence or order passed by the High Court, shall, when such Court consists of two or more Judges, be made, passed and signed by at least two of them.
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Section 410
Confirmation or new sentence to be signed by two Judges
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⚡ Quick Answer Reference: Section 410 BNSS
- Provision: Section 410 of BNSS
- Act: Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
- Classification: SUBMISSION OF DEATH SENTENCES FOR CONFIRMATION
- Jurisdiction: India
- Summary: When a High Court passes a sentence or order, at least two judges must agree and sign it. This applies when the court has two or more judges.
Statutory Content
What does Section 410 of BNSS say?
Indian StandardSection 410, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Bluebook (21st ed.)Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, § 410 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 410 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
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Section Meaning & Purpose
What does Section 410 of BNSS mean?
Plain English Explanation
When a High Court passes a sentence or order, at least two judges must agree and sign it. This applies when the court has two or more judges.
Practical Interpretation
In practice, this means that if a High Court has multiple judges, they must collectively agree on the sentence or order before it can be finalized. This ensures that the decision is not made by a single judge.
Core Legal Purpose
The core purpose of this section is to ensure that High Court decisions are made with the collective agreement of at least two judges, promoting fairness and accountability in the judicial process.
Key Legal Elements
- •The High Court must consist of two or more judges.
- •At least two judges must agree on the sentence or order.
- •The sentence or order must be signed by at least two judges.
- •This section does not specify any exceptions or limitations.
Practical Example
Practical Example of Section 410 BNSS
Rajesh, a lawyer, is representing Priya in a High Court case. The court consists of three judges: Judge 1, Judge 2, and Judge 3. After hearing the case, Judge 1 and Judge 2 agree on a sentence, but Judge 3 disagrees. In this scenario, the sentence cannot be finalized until Judge 3 also agrees or the court takes further action.
Common Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions about Section 410 BNSS
Q: What is the punishment or consequence under Section 410 of BNSS?
This section does not specify any punishment or consequence. It only outlines the procedural requirement for High Court decisions.
Q: Does this section apply to private individuals or public entities?
This section applies to High Courts, which are public entities. It does not apply to private individuals.
Q: Is an offence under this section bailable or cognizable?
This section does not relate to criminal offenses. It is a procedural provision for High Court decisions.
People Also Ask (PAA)
Common Questions about Section 410 BNSS
What is Section 410 of BNSS?
Section 410 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) defines and regulates "Confirmation or new sentence to be signed by two Judges". In plain terms: When a High Court passes a sentence or order, at least two judges must agree and sign it. This applies when the court has two or more judges.
What is the punishment under Section 410 of BNSS?
Section 410 of BNSS does not prescribe a specific criminal punishment, or it is a procedural provision.
Is Section 410 of BNSS bailable or non-bailable?
Whether Section 410 of BNSS is bailable or non-bailable depends on the schedule classification.
What are the elements of Section 410 of BNSS?
The essential elements of Section 410 of BNSS are: The High Court must consist of two or more judges.; At least two judges must agree on the sentence or order.; The sentence or order must be signed by at least two judges..
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