CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 459 CrPC

Power to sell perishable property

Procedure & effect

If the person entitled to the possession of such property is unknown or absent and the property is subject to speedy and natural decay, or if the Magistrate to whom its seizure is reported is of opinion that its sale would be for the benefit of the owner, or that the value of such property is less than five hundred rupees, the Magistrate may at any time direct it to be sold; and the provisions of sections 457 and 458 shall, as nearly as may be practicable, apply to the net proceeds of such sale.

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FAQ — Section 459 CrPC

Section 459 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Power to sell perishable property”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

If the person entitled to the possession of such property is unknown or absent and the property is subject to speedy and natural decay, or if the Magistrate to whom its seizure is reported is of opinion that its sale would be for the benefit of the owner, or that the value of such property is less than five hundred rupees, the Magistrate may at any time direct it to be sold; and the provisions of sections 457 and 458 shall, as nearly as may be practicable, apply to the net proceeds of such sale.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

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