CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 22 CrPC

Local jurisdiction of Executive Magistrates

Procedure & effect

Subject to the control of the State Government, the District Magistrate may, from time to time, define the local limits of the areas within which the Executive Magistrates may exercise all or any of the powers with which they may be invested under this Code.
Except as otherwise provided by such definition, the jurisdiction and powers of every such Magistrate shall extend throughout the district.

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FAQ — Section 22 CrPC

Section 22 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Local jurisdiction of Executive Magistrates”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Subject to the control of the State Government, the District Magistrate may, from time to time, define the local limits of the areas within which the Executive Magistrates may exercise all or any of the powers with which they may be invested under this Code. Except as otherwise provided by such definition, the jurisdiction and powers of every such Magistrate shall extend throughout the district.

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.