evidenceEnglish origin
Approver
An accomplice granted a pardon in exchange for testifying truthfully against co-accused.
Full Definition
An approver receives a court pardon in exchange for full disclosure and testimony. Their evidence requires corroboration in material particulars connecting each accused to the crime.
In Indian Law
Sections 306-308 CrPC (Sections 343-345 BNSS). Section 133 Indian Evidence Act: approver is a competent witness, but Section 114 Illustration (b) warns courts to seek corroboration.