Section 135 of BNSS : Section 135: Inquiry as to truth of information.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Rajesh, a local shopkeeper, has been accused of inciting a group of people to create a public disturbance in his neighborhood. The police, acting on this information, issue a summons for Rajesh to appear before the Magistrate under Section 132 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023.

When Rajesh appears in court, the Magistrate reads out the order under Section 130 and explains the allegations to him. The Magistrate then proceeds to inquire into the truth of the information by examining witnesses and collecting evidence, as per the procedure for summons-cases.

During the inquiry, the Magistrate finds that there is a risk of Rajesh causing further disturbances. To prevent any breach of peace, the Magistrate directs Rajesh to execute a bond for maintaining good behavior until the inquiry is concluded. Rajesh is required to provide sureties and a monetary bond. If Rajesh fails to execute...

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