CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 201 CrPC

Procedure by Magistrate not competent to take cognizance of the case

Procedure & effect

If the complaint is made to a Magistrate who is not competent to take cognizance of the offence he shall,

if the complaint is in writing, return it for presentation to the proper Court with an endorsement to that effect;
if the complaint is not in writing, direct the complainant to the proper Court.

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FAQ — Section 201 CrPC

Section 201 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Procedure by Magistrate not competent to take cognizance of the case”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

If the complaint is made to a Magistrate who is not competent to take cognizance of the offence he shall, if the complaint is in writing, return it for presentation to the proper Court with an endorsement to that effect; if the complaint is not in writing, direct the complainant to the proper Court.

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.