CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 38 CrPC

Aid to person, other than police officer, executing warrant

Procedure & effect

When a warrant is directed to a person other than a police officer, any person may aid in the execution of such warrant, if the person to whom the warrant is directed be near at hand and acting in the execution of the warrant.

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FAQ — Section 38 CrPC

Section 38 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Aid to person, other than police officer, executing warrant”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

When a warrant is directed to a person other than a police officer, any person may aid in the execution of such warrant, if the person to whom the warrant is directed be near at hand and acting in the execution of the warrant.

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.