BNSS · Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
Section 454 — Execution of sentence of death passed by High Court.
Replaces CrPC Section 414.
When a sentence of death is passed by the High Court in appeal or in revision, the Court of Session shall, on receiving the order of the High Court, cause the sentence to be carried into effect by issuing a warrant.
Nearby sections
- 451 Making over or withdrawal of cases by Executive Magistrates.
- 452 Reasons to be recorded.
- 453 Execution of order passed under section 409.
- 455 Postponement of execution of sentence of death in case of appeal to Supreme Court.
- 456 Commutation of sentence of death on pregnant woman.
- 457 Power to appoint place of imprisonment.
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