CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Section 342 CrPC
Power to order costs
FAQ — Section 342 CrPC
Section 342 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Power to order costs”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.
Any Court dealing with an application made to it for filing a complaint under section 340 or an appeal under section 341, shall have power to make such order as to costs as may be just.
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.