Section 178: Procedure to be followed for releasing detainee or prisoner

1) If any detainee or prisoner has to be released pursuant to the judgment or order of the court, the court shall send such order stating the reasons for release, full name and address of the detainee or prisoner and detail of the case to the concerned prison.

2) Upon receipt of the order referred to in sub-section (1), the concerned prison shall immediately release the detainee or prisoner in pursuance of such order.

3) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-sections (1) and (2), if any detainee or prisoner to be released pursuant to the judgment or order is present in the court, he or she shall, upon judgment, be released immediately and a notice thereof shall be given to the concerned prison.