CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 198B CrPC

Cognizance of offence

Procedure & effect

No Court shall take cognizance of an offence punishable under section 376B of the Indian Penal Code where the persons are in a marital relationship, except upon prima facie satisfaction of the facts which constitute the offence upon a complaint having been filed or made by the wife against the husband1.

1 Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013

← Sec. 198A All sections Sec. 199 →

FAQ — Section 198B CrPC

Section 198B of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Cognizance of offence”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

No Court shall take cognizance of an offence punishable under section 376B of the Indian Penal Code where the persons are in a marital relationship, except upon prima facie satisfaction of the facts which constitute the offence upon a complaint having been filed or made by the wife against the husband1. 1 Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013

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.