Every charge or criminal proceeding abates on the death of the accused, and the court must so order if it is satisfied that the accused is dead.
Section history
Section 149 — Death of accused
As in force on 17 August 2026.
Section history
As in force on 17 August 2026.
Every charge or criminal proceeding abates on the death of the accused, and the court must so order if it is satisfied that the accused is dead.