Lunacy Act 1912 (IV of 1912)
Sections 3(4) and 24
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898
Section 471
Penal Code, 1860
Section 302
Unsoundness of mind at the time of the occurrence– Nikhil Chandra Halder Vs The State where in it has been held that:- “Lunacy Act 1912 (IV of 1912) Sections 3(4) and 24-Although the accused was acquitted, he came within the definition of ‘criminal lunatic’ and was liable to be detained in an asylum for treatment.” There is no cogent reason to interfere with the same and hence, the criminal appeal is dismissed. Let respondent, Najrul be acquitted of the charge and sent to safe custody under section 471 of the Code of Criminal Procedure for taking necessary and adequate measure. ...The State =VS= Nazrul Islam, (Criminal), 2021(2) [11 LM (AD) 479] ....View Full Judgment