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Same transactionThe expression 'same transaction' has not been defined [section 235 of Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898],...502
SatisfactionSatisfaction is the mental act and after being satisfied what is done is the result of that mental act....412
Secondary EvidenceSecondary evidence is that evidence which is copied or compiled from other sources or that is written...539
Self defenceSelf-defense usually refers to the use of violence to protect oneself/property and is a possible justification...491
SentenceThe question of sentence is in the discretion of the Court which finds the accused guilty on a certain...506
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...431
Set-offSet-off signifies counterclaim; a cross debt or demand; a distinct claim filed or set up by the defendant...486
Sibling DNA TestSibling DNA Test is often performed when an alleged father is unavailable for DNA Paternity Test’ and...544
SmugglingSmuggling is an illegal transport, in particular across a border. In smuggling taxes are avoided; or...564
SodomySodomy means any of various forms of sexual intercourse held to be unnatural or abnormal, especially...573