Tendering Pardon to an Accomplice Edition 2023

Tendering Pardon to an Accomplice is a focused and authoritative treatise on one of the most sensitive areas of criminal procedure—the grant of pardon to an accused person in exchange for truthful disclosure. The book examines the legal framework governing approver witnesses, primarily under Sections 306–308 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, along with corresponding principles under modern criminal procedural reforms. The author analyzes the conditions, stages, and judicial discretion involved in tendering pardon, as well as the consequences of breach of pardon conditions. Special attention is given to the evidentiary value of accomplice testimony, corroboration requirements, and safeguards to ensure fairness to co-accused persons. Supported by leading Supreme Court and High Court judgments, the book provides practical guidance for prosecutors, defence counsel, and judges handling serious and complex criminal cases. The Edition 2023 incorporates recent judicial thinking and procedural developments, making it a valuable reference for contemporary criminal litigation.