A person summoned to produce a document does not become a witness by the mere fact that he produces it, and cannot be cross-examined unless and until he is called as a witness.
Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Section 139
Cross-examination of person called to produce a document
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⚡ Quick Answer Reference: Section 139 IEA
- Provision: Section 139 of IEA
- Act: Indian Evidence Act, 1872
- Classification: evidence
- Jurisdiction: India
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What does Section 139 of IEA say?
Indian StandardSection 139, Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Bluebook (21st ed.)Indian Evidence Act, 1872, § 139 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 139 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872
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What is Section 139 of IEA?
Section 139 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (IEA) defines and regulates "Cross-examination of person called to produce a document". The section states: A person summoned to produce a document does not become a witness by the mere fact that he produces it, and cannot be cross-examined unless and until he is called as a witness....
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