CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 379 CrPC

Appeal against conviction by High Court in certain cases

Procedure & effect

Where the High Court has, on appeal reversed an order of acquittal of an accused person and convicted him and sentenced him to death or to imprisonment for life or to imprisonment for a term of ten years or more, he may appeal to the Supreme Court.

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FAQ — Section 379 CrPC

Section 379 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Appeal against conviction by High Court in certain cases”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Where the High Court has, on appeal reversed an order of acquittal of an accused person and convicted him and sentenced him to death or to imprisonment for life or to imprisonment for a term of ten years or more, he may appeal to the Supreme Court.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.