CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 48 CrPC

Pursuit of offenders into other jurisdictions

Procedure & effect

A police officer may, for the purpose of arresting without warrant any person whom he is authorised to arrest, pursue such person into any place in India.

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FAQ — Section 48 CrPC

Section 48 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Pursuit of offenders into other jurisdictions”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

A police officer may, for the purpose of arresting without warrant any person whom he is authorised to arrest, pursue such person into any place in India.

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.