Penal Code, 1860–Sec. 456–Conviction–Appropriate sentence– Sentence of one year–Prayer to reduce the sentence–Petitioner remained in custody for 22 days–He is facing trial since last 17 years and has marriageable children–He is aged of 40 years not a habitual offender–It will not be proper to send back him in judicial custody–Sentence reduced up to already undergone and fine increased up to Rs. 2,000/-.
