Copy of judgment to be given to accused and other persons.

What this section does

When an accused is sentenced to imprisonment, a copy of the judgment must be given to him free of cost immediately after pronouncement; where a death sentence is passed or confirmed by the High Court, a certified copy must be given immediately and free of cost regardless of any application. On application, the accused is entitled to a certified copy or translation of the judgment, free of cost in appealable cases. Other persons affected by a judgment may obtain copies on payment of prescribed charges.

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Procedure at a glance

Key actors

Court · Accused · High Court · Prosecuting Officer · Government

Time limit

Immediately after pronouncement (for sentenced accused); without delay (on application)

Derived from CrPC s.363.