CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 59 CrPC

Discharge of person apprehended

Procedure & effect

No person who has been arrested by a police officer shall be discharged except on his own bond, or on bail, or under the special order of a Magistrate.

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FAQ — Section 59 CrPC

Section 59 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Discharge of person apprehended”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

No person who has been arrested by a police officer shall be discharged except on his own bond, or on bail, or under the special order of a Magistrate.

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.