CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 118 CrPC

Discharge of person informed against

Procedure & effect

If, on an inquiry under section 116, it is not proved that it is necessary for keeping the peace or maintaining good behaviour, as the case may be, that the person in respect of whom the inquiry is made, should execute a bond, the Magistrate shall make an entry on the record to that effect, and if such person is in custody only for the purposes of the inquiry, shall release him, or, if such person is not in custody, shall discharge him.

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FAQ — Section 118 CrPC

Section 118 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Discharge of person informed against”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

If, on an inquiry under section 116, it is not proved that it is necessary for keeping the peace or maintaining good behaviour, as the case may be, that the person in respect of whom the inquiry is made, should execute a bond, the Magistrate shall make an entry on the record to that effect, and if such person is in custody only for the purposes of the inquiry, shall release him, or, if such person is not in custody, shall discharge him.

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

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