SECTION 49 OF THE BHARATIYA SAKSHYA ADHINIYAM, 2023.

SECTION 49 OF THE BHARATIYA SAKSHYA ADHINIYAM, 2023.

Previous bad character not relevant, except in reply.

In criminal proceedings, the fact that the accused has a bad character, is irrelevant, unless evidence has been given that he has a good character, in which case it becomes relevant.

Explanation 1.—This section does not apply to cases in which the bad character of any person is itself a fact in issue.

Explanation 2.—A previous conviction is relevant as evidence of bad character.

 

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