466. (1) When a sentence of death, imprisonment for life or fine is passed under this Sanhita on an escaped convict, such sentence shall, subject to the provisions hereinbefore contained, take effect immediately.
(2) When a sentence of imprisonment for a term is passed under this Sanhita on an escaped convict,-
(a) if such sentence is severer in kind than the sentence which such convict was undergoing when he escaped, the new sentence shall take effect immediately;
(b) if such sentence is not severer in kind than the sentence which such convict was undergoing when he escaped, the new sentence shall take effect after he has suffered imprisonment for a further period equal to that which, at the time of his escape, remained unexpired of his former sentence.
(3) For the purposes of sub-section (2), a sentence
of rigorous imprisonment shall be deemed to be severer in kind than a
sentence of simple imprisonment.
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
Section 461 Warrant for levy of fine
Section 462 Effect of such warrant
Section 464 Suspension of execution of sentence of imprisonment
Section 465 Who may issue warrant
Section 466 Sentence on escaped convict when to take effect
Section 467 Sentence on offender already sentenced for another offence
Section 468 Period of detention undergone by accused to be set off against sentence of imprisonment