Criminal Procedure Code · Updated to 1 May 2023 · Chapter XXV · Mode of Taking and Recording Evidence in Inquiries and Trials
272G. Safe custody of electronic record and transcript
Feedback & supportThe Judge or Magistrate shall cause any electronic record of any proceedings before the Judge or Magistrate and the authenticated copy of the transcript of such electronic record to be kept in safe custody.
The electronic record shall not be erased, destroyed or otherwise disposed of—
within the time allowed by law for instituting any appeal or revision in relation to the proceedings in question; or
where an appeal or revision in relation to the proceedings in question is instituted, until that appeal or revision is finally determined or otherwise terminated.
Upon compliance with subsection (2), the provisions of the
National Archives Act 2003 [Act 629] shall apply for the destruction and disposal of the electronic record and transcript.