Penal Code, 1860–Secs. 457 & 380–Probation of Offenders Act, 1958–Sec. 4–Conviction–Sentence of two year’s simple imprisonment–In certain cases, the offender may be asked to remain under community supervision rather than being incarcerated–Release on probation reflects a more holistic approach of criminal justice–Directed to release the petitioner subject to certain conditions.
