CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 443 CrPC

Power to order sufficient bail when that first taken is insufficient

Procedure & effect

If, through mistake, fraud, or otherwise, insufficient sureties have been accepted, or if they afterwards become insufficient, the Court may issue a warrant of arrest directing that the person released on bail be brought before it and may order him to find sufficient sureties, and on his failing so to do, may commit him to jail.

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FAQ — Section 443 CrPC

Section 443 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Power to order sufficient bail when that first taken is insufficient”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

If, through mistake, fraud, or otherwise, insufficient sureties have been accepted, or if they afterwards become insufficient, the Court may issue a warrant of arrest directing that the person released on bail be brought before it and may order him to find sufficient sureties, and on his failing so to do, may commit him to jail.

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.