- Definition: A dying deposition is a legal testimony given under oath by a person who is at the brink of death.
- Legal Authority: It is recorded by a Magistrate, ensuring formal legal standing.
- Cross-Examination: The accused or their lawyer has the right to cross-examine the dying person, which can be crucial for the defense.
- Reliability: Dying depositions are generally considered more reliable than dying declarations due to the formal process of recording and the possibility of cross-examination.
- Practice in India: While dying declarations are admissible in Indian courts, dying depositions are not practiced in India.