In Brief
Budha Ram was convicted for causing serious injuries to Ghewar Ram under Section 307 IPC and for illegal firearms possession under the Arms Act, 1959. The trial court sentenced him to 10 years' imprisonment and a fine. By the time of this appeal, the appellant had served approximately 8 years and 8 months in custody. The Supreme Court found it appropriate to reduce his sentence to the period already undergone, permitting his release forthwith. The deposited fines were ordered paid to the injured party.
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