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Same transactionThe expression 'same transaction' has not been defined [section 235 of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898],...673
SatisfactionSatisfaction is the mental act and after being satisfied what is done is the result of that mental act....554
Secondary EvidenceSecondary evidence is that evidence which is copied or compiled from other sources or that is written...703
Self defenceSelf-defense usually refers to the use of violence to protect oneself/property and is a possible justification...650
SentenceThe question of sentence is in the discretion of the Court which finds the accused guilty on a certain...673
Separation of share from joint holding or tenancyThe term 'separation' is not a legal term like "amalgamation" or "subdivi­sion"; it is not used in section...614
Set-offSet-off signifies counterclaim; a cross debt or demand; a distinct claim filed or set up by the defendant...649
Sibling DNA TestSibling DNA Test is often performed when an alleged father is unavailable for DNA Paternity Test’ and...688
SmugglingSmuggling is an illegal transport, in particular across a border. In smuggling taxes are avoided; or...741
SodomySodomy means any of various forms of sexual intercourse held to be unnatural or abnormal, especially...726