Section 125 of The Border Security Force Act, 1968
Whenever an order is duly made under this Act setting aside or varying any sentence, order or warrant under which any person is confined in a civil prison, a warrant in accordance with such order shall be forwarded by the officer making the order or his staff officer or such other person as may be prescribed, to the officer in charge of the prison in which such person is confined.
Summary
- Ensures prison staff are informed when a BSF prisoner's sentence is changed or canceled.
- Requires a formal written warrant to be sent whenever an order is varied or set aside.
- Identifies which officers are responsible for providing these updated documents to the prison.
- Applies specifically to individuals currently held in civil prisons.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What happens if a BSF prisoner's sentence is reduced under Section 125?
A new warrant must be sent to the prison officer in charge to communicate the change according to Section 125 of The Border Security Force Act, 1968.
2. Who signs the updated warrant mentioned in Section 125?
The officer making the order, their staff officer, or another person prescribed by rules signs it under Section 125 of this security law.
3. Is the prison warden notified if a sentence is set aside under Section 125?
Yes, any order setting aside a sentence must be communicated via warrant to the prison officer under Section 125 of the Act.
4. Does this apply to prisoners in Force custody?
Section 125 of the Act specifically mentions orders regarding persons confined in a civil prison.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 125 of The Border Security Force Act, 1968, who is responsible for receiving the updated warrant when a sentence is varied?
Q2.According to Section 125 of the BSF Act, who is NOT listed as a person who can forward the new warrant?
Q3.What triggering event requires communication under Section 125 of the Border Security Force Act, 1968?
Q4.What document format is required for this communication under Section 125 of the Act?