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What Is the Evidentiary Value of Accomplice Testimony?

An accomplice is an individual who voluntarily takes part in a guilty act, the information possessed by him is invaluable, however, the point of contention is that whether the evidence provided by him is reliable and trustworthy. The law related to an Accomplice is backed by a myriad of Judicial decisions. This paper seeks to understand the law related to an accomplice with the help of multiple Case laws and Journals. This paper assesses the difference between an Accomplice, Approver and Co-accused with respect to Section 30 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. It further seeks to understand the law under Section 130 and Section 114(b) which creates a cloud of doubt due to contrary standpoints. This paper stresses on the necessity of corroboration and further delves into the nature and extent of corroboration required in a case of accomplice evidence.”