Section 510 of BNSS : Section 510: Effect of omission to frame, or absence of, or error in, charge.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi was accused of theft and brought to trial. During the trial, it was discovered that the charge sheet did not explicitly mention the exact items stolen. Despite this omission, the court found Ravi guilty based on the evidence presented. Ravi appealed the decision, arguing that the omission in the charge sheet invalidated the conviction. The appellate court reviewed the case and determined that the omission did not cause a failure of justice because the evidence clearly proved Ravi's guilt. Therefore, the conviction was upheld.

Example 2:

Sita was charged with both fraud and forgery in a single trial. However, the charge sheet mistakenly listed both charges under a single heading, creating a misjoinder of charges. Sita was convicted on both counts. On appeal, the higher court found that this misjoinder did not affect the fairness of the trial or the outcome, as the...

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