Section 252Procedural
Conviction on plea of guilty
Full Text
If the accused pleads guilty, the Judge shall record the plea and may, in his discretion, convict him thereon.
Plain English Summary
Provides for the possibility of immediate conviction if an accused person chooses to plead guilty, at the Judge's discretion.
Key Legal Elements
- Judge records the plea of guilty if made by the accused
- Judge has discretion to convict based on the plea
- Conviction is not mandatory; Judge can still proceed with trial if needed
Practical Note
This allows for a swift conclusion of the case if the accused admits guilt. However, the Judge is not bound to convict; they must ensure the plea is voluntary and clear, especially in serious offences.
हिंदी पाठ
यदि अभियुक्त दोष स्वीकार (pleads guilty) करता है, तो न्यायाधीश उस अभिवाक् (plea) को अभिलिखित करेगा और अपने विवेक से उसे उस पर दोषसिद्ध कर सकेगा।