Section 66 of BNSS : Section 66: Service when persons summoned can not be found.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Rajesh, a resident of Mumbai, is summoned to appear in court for a civil case. The court's serving officer visits Rajesh's home multiple times but is unable to find him despite exercising due diligence. Rajesh's wife, Priya, who is an adult member of his family and resides with him, is present at home during one of the visits. The serving officer leaves one copy of the summons with Priya and asks her to sign a receipt on the back of the other duplicate. Priya signs the receipt, and the summons is considered duly served.

Example 2:

Anil, who lives in Delhi, is summoned to appear in court for a traffic violation case. The serving officer tries to serve the summons at Anil's residence but finds that Anil is out of town for an extended period. Anil's adult son, Rohan, who lives with him, is at home. The serving officer leaves one copy of the summons with Rohan and requests him to sign a receipt on the back of the other duplicate. Rohan complies, and ...

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