Supreme Court of India · 2026-04-27
Aman Singh vs The State Of Bihar
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Aman Singh
- Respondent
- The State Of Bihar
- Author
- Vikram Nath
- Bench
- Vikram Nath
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court stayed the execution of the death sentence of the appellant pending the hearing of the appeal. The Court emphasized the importance of considering reports from probation officers and prison authorities regarding the appellant's conduct and behavior, reflecting the Court's cautious approach towards capital punishment. The case involves a death reference and criminal appeal arising from a conviction by the High Court of Patna. The Court's directions aim to gather comprehensive reports before final disposal, underscoring the procedural safeguards in cases of capital punishment.