CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 69 CrPC

Service of summons on witness by post

Procedure & effect

Notwithstanding anything contained in the preceding section of this Chapter, a Court issuing a summons to a witness may, in addition to and simultaneously with the issue of such summons, direct a copy of the summons to be served by registered post addressed to the witness at the place where he ordinarily resides or carries on business or personally works for gain.
When an acknowledgment purporting to be signed by the witness or an endorsement purporting to be made by a postal employee that the witness refused to take delivery of the summons has been received, the Court issuing the summons may declare that the summons has been duly served.

FAQ — Section 69 CrPC

Section 69 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Service of summons on witness by post”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Notwithstanding anything contained in the preceding section of this Chapter, a Court issuing a summons to a witness may, in addition to and simultaneously with the issue of such summons, direct a copy of the summons to be served by registered post addressed to the witness at the place where he ordinarily resides or carries on business or personally works for gain. When an acknowledgment purporting to be signed by the witness or an endorsement purporting to be made by a postal employee that the

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.