Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 · Chapter XXXIII: Provisions As to Bail and Bonds
Section 450: Power to direct levy of amount due on certain recognizances
The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 was repealed and replaced by the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 from 1 July 2024. It still applies to offences and proceedings from before that date.
In plain words
The High Court or Court of Session can direct any Magistrate to recover the amount due on a bond for appearance or attendance before it.
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Official text
The High Court or Court of Sessions may direct any Magistrate to levy the amount due on a bond for appearance or attendance at such High Court or Court of Session. 1. Added by Act 63 of 1980, s. 6 (w.e.f. 23-9-1980). 2. Subs. by Act 25 of 2005, s. 40, for —at its discretion‖ (w.e.f. 23-6-2006). 3. Ins. by Act 63 of 1980, s. 7 (w.e.f. 23-9-1980).
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