CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 103 CrPC

Magistrate may direct search in his presence

Procedure & effect

Any Magistrate may direct a search to be made in his presence of any place for the search of which he is competent to issue a search warrant.

FAQ — Section 103 CrPC

Section 103 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Magistrate may direct search in his presence”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Any Magistrate may direct a search to be made in his presence of any place for the search of which he is competent to issue a search warrant.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.