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Supreme Court: Must Appellate Court Hear Accused on Sentence After Conviction?

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  • The Supreme Court is examining whether an appellate court must hear the accused on sentencing after overturning an acquittal.
  • This inquiry stems from Section 386(a) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, which mandates sentencing if the accused is found guilty.
  • The case references Kumar Exports v. Sharma Carpets, highlighting the legal precedent involved.
  • The outcome could clarify procedural rights for defendants in criminal appeals and impact future sentencing practices.

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