Section 12 the Probation of offenders act, 1958
Here is a summary and explanation of Section 12 of the Probation of Offenders Act, 1958:
Section 12 — Power of Court to release certain offenders on probation without passing sentence
Text (in general terms):
This section empowers a court to release an offender on probation without actually passing a sentence of conviction. That means the court can decide not to formally convict the offender or impose a punishment but can release the person on the condition that they behave well and keep the peace for a specified period.
Key Points:
The court may release a person on probation without sentencing them if it thinks fit.
The release is conditional on the offender’s good behavior and keeping the peace for a period fixed by the court.
The probation period and conditions are set by the court.
If the offender complies, no further action is taken.
If the offender breaches the conditions, the court may proceed to sentence them for the original offence.
Purpose:
This section helps in providing a second chance to minor offenders, especially first-time offenders or those involved in petty crimes, by avoiding the stigma of a criminal conviction and punishment, provided they maintain good conduct.
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