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Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 434

Concurrent power of Central Government in case of death sentences

Quick Answer Reference: Section 434 CrPC

  • Provision: Section 434 of CrPC
  • Act: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
  • Classification: criminal procedure
  • Jurisdiction: India
Statutory Content

What does Section 434 of CrPC say?

The powers conferred by sections 432 and 433 upon the State Government may, in the case of sentences of death, also be exercised by the Central Government.

Indian StandardSection 434, Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Bluebook (21st ed.)Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, § 434 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 434 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
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Common Questions about Section 434 CrPC

What is Section 434 of CrPC?

Section 434 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) defines and regulates "Concurrent power of Central Government in case of death sentences". The section states: The powers conferred by sections 432 and 433 upon the State Government may, in the case of sentences of death, also be exercised by the Central Government....

What is the punishment under Section 434 of CrPC?

Section 434 of CrPC does not prescribe a specific criminal punishment, or it is a procedural provision.

Is Section 434 of CrPC bailable or non-bailable?

Whether Section 434 of CrPC is bailable or non-bailable depends on the schedule classification.

Landmark Case Laws

Landmark Judgments under Section 434 CrPC

2014 8 SCC 273

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