[S.74 Evidence Act] Certified Copy Of Registered Sale Deed Is A Public Document, Can Be Produced As Secondary Evidence: Patna High Court

The Patna High Court ruled that a certified copy of a registered sale deed is a public document and can be admitted as secondary evidence. The court emphasized that a certified copy of such a deed, being a public record, is acceptable in legal proceedings to prove the contents of the original document. This decision underscores the recognition of certified copies as reliable evidence, facilitating the process of legal proof in property-related disputes. The ruling aims to simplify legal procedures by validating the use of certified copies, ensuring that they can effectively support claims and arguments in court.