CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 474 CrPC

Trials before High Courts

Procedure & effect

When an offence is tried by the High Court otherwise than under section 407, it shall, in the trial of the offence, observe the same procedure as a Court of Sessions would observe, if it were trying the case.

FAQ — Section 474 CrPC

Section 474 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Trials before High Courts”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

When an offence is tried by the High Court otherwise than under section 407, it shall, in the trial of the offence, observe the same procedure as a Court of Sessions would observe, if it were trying the case.

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.