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Mitigating factors on sentence awarded

SC :: Mitigating factor - S. 304 Part 2 - Sentence under - deceased died 15 years ago.


Beating given to an old and physically weak person resulting in breaking of his ribs and leading to his death - Offence having been committed about 15 long years ago and the offender having already undergone part of the sentence, lenient view taken and a sentence of four years' RI awarded.


Case:

State of Kerala Vs. Balakrishnan.



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