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The Indian Evidence Act,1872
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Section 54- Previous bad character not relevant except in reply

In criminal proceedings the fact that the accused person had a bad character is irrelevant, unless evidence has been given that he has a character in which case it becomes relevant.

Explanation 1. - This section does not apply to cases in which the bad character of any person is itself a fact in issue.

Explanation 2. - A previous conviction is relevant as evidence of bad character.

     
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