Principle

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE — Rights of Accused — Duty of Court to Assign Counsel in Capital Cases

Area of law
CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

Section 352 of the Criminal Procedure Act mandates legal representation for accused persons in capital cases. The court has a duty to assign counsel if the accused cannot afford one and if practicable. The principle ensures fair hearing in serious cases. The right to legal…

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