Section 216 of CrPC : Section 216: Court May Alter Charge

Explanation using Example

Imagine a situation where an individual, Mr. Sharma, is on trial for theft. As the trial progresses, new evidence comes to light suggesting that not only did Mr. Sharma commit theft, but he also engaged in forgery to facilitate the theft. Based on this new evidence, the court decides to alter the original charge to include the additional offence of forgery.

The court must then read and explain the new charge of forgery to Mr. Sharma, ensuring he understands the alteration to the charges against him. If the court believes that this addition won't unfairly...

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