In criminal cases, previous good character relevant: Section-53 of the Evidence Act, 1872

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The Evidence Act, 1872

(ACT NO. I OF 1872)

PART I

RELEVANCY OF FACTS

CHAPTER II

CHARACTER WHEN RELEVANT



In criminal cases, previous good character relevant

53. In criminal proceedings the fact that the person accused is of a good character is relevant.

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