CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 214 CrPC

Words in charge taken in sense of law under which offence is punishable

Procedure & effect

In every charge, words used in describing an offence shall be deemed to have been used in the sense attached to them respectively by the law under which such offence is punishable.

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FAQ — Section 214 CrPC

Section 214 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Words in charge taken in sense of law under which offence is punishable”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

In every charge, words used in describing an offence shall be deemed to have been used in the sense attached to them respectively by the law under which such offence is punishable.

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.