Section 194 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) specifically addresses the cognizance of offences by the High Court. It stipulates that the High Court may take cognizance of any offence upon a commitment made to it in the manner provided by the Code. This section defines the jurisdictional authority of the High Court in initiating criminal proceedings.
3592
Under the Criminal Procedure Code, within which jurisdiction must an offense be inquired into and tried?
Section 177 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) establishes the general rule that every offense shall ordinarily be inquired into and tried by a court within whose local jurisdiction the offense was committed. This ensures that the trial takes place in the location where the evidence and witnesses are most accessible.
3593
What is the medical term for an abrasion caused by the crushing of skin due to constant or high pressure?
A pressure abrasion occurs when a blunt object is pressed against the skin with sufficient force to crush the epidermal layers. Unlike a graze abrasion, which involves friction or sliding, a pressure abrasion is characterized by the direct application of force, often leaving a pattern that corresponds to the shape of the object applied.
3594
Which section of the Code of Criminal Procedure (Cr.P.C.) provides for the issuance of a proclamation for a person absconding?
Section 87 of the Code of Criminal Procedure outlines the legal procedure for issuing a proclamation against an individual who has absconded or is concealing themselves to avoid the execution of a warrant. This is a formal judicial process intended to compel the appearance of the accused before the court. If the person fails to appear after the proclamation is published, further coercive measures, such as the attachment of property, may follow under subsequent sections.
3595
When a Magistrate intends to conduct an inspection of the scene of an alleged offense, which parties must be notified?
Under the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness, a Magistrate is required to notify both the complainant and the accused before inspecting the place of occurrence. This ensures transparency and allows both parties to be present during the judicial inspection, preventing any allegations of bias or secret evidence gathering during the site visit.
3596
Which section of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) prescribes the procedure when an investigation cannot be completed within twenty-four hours?
Section 167 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) is the critical provision that governs the procedure when an investigation cannot be concluded within the statutory limit of twenty-four hours. It empowers the police to seek judicial remand from a magistrate, allowing for the continued detention of the accused to facilitate further investigation. This section acts as a safeguard against arbitrary detention by requiring judicial oversight of the investigative process.
3597
How many classes of Criminal Courts are established under the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)?
Section 6 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) specifies that besides the High Courts and any special courts constituted under other laws, there are two classes of criminal courts in Pakistan: the Court of Session and the Court of Magistrate. This classification provides the structural hierarchy for the administration of criminal justice throughout the country.
3598
What legal procedure is defined under Section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)?
Section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) pertains to the registration of the First Information Report (FIR). It mandates that information regarding the commission of a cognizable offence, if given orally to an officer in charge of a police station, must be reduced to writing, read over to the informant, and signed, serving as the foundational document for initiating a criminal investigation.
3599
When a complaint regarding a cognizable offense is submitted to a Magistrate, what is the procedure for recording the complainant's statement?
Under Section 200 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, a Magistrate taking cognizance of an offense on a complaint is required to examine the complainant and the witnesses present, if any, upon oath. The substance of this examination must be reduced to writing and signed by the complainant and the Magistrate.
3600
Under which section of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C.) is a bond for the appearance of a person required when a summons or warrant has been issued?
Section 91 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (Cr.P.C.) empowers a court to take a bond for the appearance of a person against whom a summons or warrant has been issued. This ensures the individual attends court proceedings as required by law, preventing them from evading the judicial process after being notified of the legal action against them.