CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 259 CrPC

Power of Court to convert summons-cases into warrant-cases

Procedure & effect

When in the course of the trial of a summons-case relating to an offence punishable with imprisonment for a term exceeding six months, it appears to the Magistrate that in the interests of justice, the offence should be tried in accordance with the procedure for the trial of warrant-cases, such Magistrate may proceed to re-hear the case in the manner provided by this Code for the trial of warrant-cases and may recall any witness who may have been examined.

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FAQ — Section 259 CrPC

Section 259 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Power of Court to convert summons-cases into warrant-cases”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

When in the course of the trial of a summons-case relating to an offence punishable with imprisonment for a term exceeding six months, it appears to the Magistrate that in the interests of justice, the offence should be tried in accordance with the procedure for the trial of warrant-cases, such Magistrate may proceed to re-hear the case in the manner provided by this Code for the trial of warrant-cases and may recall any witness who may have been examined.

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.