CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 280 CrPC

Remarks respecting demeanour of witness

Procedure & effect

When a presiding Judge or Magistrate has recorded the evidence of a witnesses, he shall also record such remarks (if any) as he thinks material respecting the demeanour of such witness whilst under examination.

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FAQ — Section 280 CrPC

Section 280 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Remarks respecting demeanour of witness”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

When a presiding Judge or Magistrate has recorded the evidence of a witnesses, he shall also record such remarks (if any) as he thinks material respecting the demeanour of such witness whilst under examination.

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Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.