CrPC · Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 74 CrPC

Warrant directed to police officer

Procedure & effect

A warrant directed to any police officer may also be executed by any other police officer whose name is endorsed upon the warrant by the officer to whom it is directed or endorsed.

FAQ — Section 74 CrPC

Section 74 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) deals with “Warrant directed to police officer”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

A warrant directed to any police officer may also be executed by any other police officer whose name is endorsed upon the warrant by the officer to whom it is directed or endorsed.

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.