Procedure in case of difference of opinion
Full Text
Where any such case is heard before a Bench of Judges and such Judges are equally divided in opinion, the case shall be decided in the manner provided by section 433.
Plain English Summary
Provides the procedure for resolving a tie in the judges' opinions during a death sentence confirmation in the High Court.
Key Legal Elements
- Handling split decisions in High Court
- Applicable when Judges are equally divided
- Reference to Section 433 for final resolution
Practical Note
In cases of a tie in a division bench (1:1), the matter is typically referred to a third judge (referee judge) whose opinion then determines the final outcome. This ensures a clear majority decision in capital cases.
हिंदी पाठ
जहां ऐसा कोई मामला न्यायाधीशों की एक पीठ के समक्ष सुना जाता है और ऐसे न्यायाधीशों की राय समान रूप से विभाजित है, तो मामले का निर्णय धारा 433 द्वारा प्रदान की गई रीति से किया जाएगा।