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Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Section 476

Forms

Quick Answer Reference: Section 476 CrPC

  • Provision: Section 476 of CrPC
  • Act: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
  • Classification: criminal procedure
  • Jurisdiction: India
Statutory Content

What does Section 476 of CrPC say?

Subject to the power conferred by Article 227 of the Constitution, the forms set forth in the Second Schedule, with such variations as the circumstances of each case require, may be used for the respective purposes therein mentioned, and if used shall be sufficient.

Indian StandardSection 476, Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Bluebook (21st ed.)Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, § 476 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 476 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
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Common Questions about Section 476 CrPC

What is Section 476 of CrPC?

Section 476 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) defines and regulates "Forms". The section states: Subject to the power conferred by Article 227 of the Constitution, the forms set forth in the Second Schedule, with such variations as the circumstances of each case require, may b...

What is the punishment under Section 476 of CrPC?

Section 476 of CrPC does not prescribe a specific criminal punishment, or it is a procedural provision.

Is Section 476 of CrPC bailable or non-bailable?

Whether Section 476 of CrPC is bailable or non-bailable depends on the schedule classification.

Landmark Case Laws

Landmark Judgments under Section 476 CrPC

2014 8 SCC 273

Supreme Court of India

Patnahcucisdb94 High Court (10 8)

1978 1 SCC 248

Supreme Court of India

Patnahcucisdb94 High Court (10 8)

Patnahcucisdb94 High Court (10 8)