BNSS Section 270 — Evidence for defence

CHAPTER XX TRIAL OF WARRANT-CASES BY MAGISTRATES

Criminal

Summary

After the prosecution finishes presenting its case, the accused person is asked to begin their defence and present any evidence they have. The same rules that apply to the prosecution's evidence under section 266 also apply to the defence's evidence.

Official Text

The accused shall then be called upon to enter upon his defence and produce his evidence; and the provisions of section 266 shall apply to the case. C.—Conclusion of trial

Related Judgments

  • SC (2025) Vol.5 p.730 — Supreme Court of India (2025)
  • SC (2025) Vol.6 p.545 — Supreme Court of India (2025)
  • SC (2024) Vol.7 p.979 — Supreme Court of India (2024)
  • .. Petitioner/Accused No.12 vs The State of Tamilnadu, — Madras High Court ()
  • SC (2025) Vol.2 p.1588 — Supreme Court of India (2025)
  • SC (2025) Vol.1 p.1469 — Supreme Court of India (2025)
  • SC (2025) Vol.5 p.1054 — Supreme Court of India (2025)
  • SC (2025) Vol.3 p.1309 — Supreme Court of India (2025)

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