CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 238 CrPC

Compliance with section 207

Procedure & effect

When in any warrant-case instituted on a police report, the accused appears or is brought before a Magistrate at the commencement of the trial, the Magistrate shall satisfy himself that he has complied with the provisions of section 207.

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FAQ — Section 238 CrPC

Section 238 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Compliance with section 207”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

When in any warrant-case instituted on a police report, the accused appears or is brought before a Magistrate at the commencement of the trial, the Magistrate shall satisfy himself that he has complied with the provisions of section 207.

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.