Section 312 of CrPC : Section 312: Expenses Of Complainants And Witnesses

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where Mr. Sharma, a shopkeeper, witnesses a theft at a neighboring store and is required to attend court as a witness for the trial. Traveling to the court involves considerable expense as he lives in a different town. Understanding the financial burden this places on Mr. Sharma, the judge, in accordance with Section 312 of The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, orders the payment of Mr. Sharma's travel and meal expenses by the government, ensuring that fulfilling his civic duty does not come at a personal cost.