Section 190 – Cognizance of offences by Magistrate

Section name

Cognizance of offences by Magistrate

Simple meaning

After receiving the police report (charge sheet), the Magistrate may take cognizance and start the trial, or drop the case if there is no sufficient evidence.

Real-life example

Magistrate reads the charge sheet, applies Section 190. If prima facie case exists, summons accused, frames charges (Section 240/241), then trial proceeds.

Punishment

Procedural – court takes cognizance and proceeds with trial.

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