CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 115 CrPC

Power to dispense with personal attendance

Procedure & effect

The Magistrate may, if he sees sufficient cause, dispense with the personal attendance of any person called upon to show cause why he should not be ordered to execute a bond for keeping the peace or for good behaviour and may permit him to appear by a pleader.

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FAQ — Section 115 CrPC

Section 115 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Power to dispense with personal attendance”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

The Magistrate may, if he sees sufficient cause, dispense with the personal attendance of any person called upon to show cause why he should not be ordered to execute a bond for keeping the peace or for good behaviour and may permit him to appear by a pleader.

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.