Section 282 of BNSS : Section 282: Power of Court to convert summons-cases into warrant-cases.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Ramesh is accused of cheating his business partner, Suresh, by forging documents to transfer property worth ₹10 lakhs to his name. The offence is initially tried as a summons-case because it is considered a less severe crime.

Application of Section 282: During the trial, the Magistrate realizes that the complexity and severity of the case, along with the potential punishment exceeding six months, necessitate a more detailed examination. To ensure justice, the Magistrate decides to convert the summons-case into a warrant-case. This allows for a more thorough investigation, including the re-examination of witnesses ...

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