CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 140 CrPC

Power of Magistrate to furnish written instructions, etc

Procedure & effect

Where the Magistrate directs a local investigation by any person under section 139, the Magistrate may

furnish such person with such written instruction as may seem necessary for his guidance;
declare by whom the whole or any part of the necessary expenses of the local investigation shall be paid.

The report of such person may be read as evidence in the case.
Where the Magistrate summons and examines an expert under section 139, the Magistrate may direct by whom the costs of such summoning and examination shall be paid.

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FAQ — Section 140 CrPC

Section 140 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Power of Magistrate to furnish written instructions, etc”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Where the Magistrate directs a local investigation by any person under section 139, the Magistrate may furnish such person with such written instruction as may seem necessary for his guidance; declare by whom the whole or any part of the necessary expenses of the local investigation shall be paid. The report of such person may be read as evidence in the case. Where the Magistrate summons and examines an expert under section 139, the Magistrate may direct by whom the costs of such

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