CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 227 CrPC

Discharge

Procedure & effect

If, upon consideration of the record of the case and the documents submitted therewith, and after hearing the submissions of the accused and the prosecution in this behalf, the Judge considers that there is not sufficient ground for proceeding against the accused, he shall discharge the accused and record his reasons for so doing.

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FAQ — Section 227 CrPC

Section 227 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Discharge”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

If, upon consideration of the record of the case and the documents submitted therewith, and after hearing the submissions of the accused and the prosecution in this behalf, the Judge considers that there is not sufficient ground for proceeding against the accused, he shall discharge the accused and record his reasons for so doing.

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.