Section 42 of CrPC : Section 42: Arrest on refusal to give name and residence.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Ramesh is found littering in a public park in Mumbai, which is a non-cognizable offence.

Situation: A police officer approaches Ramesh and asks for his name and residence. Ramesh refuses to provide this information.

Application of Section 42:

1. The police officer demands Ramesh's name and residence.
2. Ramesh refuses to give his name and address.
3. The police officer, suspecting that Ramesh might be giving false information or refusing to cooperate, arrests Ramesh to ascertain his true identity.
4. Once Ramesh's true name and residence are verified, he is released after signing a bond to appear before a Magistrate if required.
5. If Ramesh fails to provide his true name and residence within 24 hours or does not sign the bond, he is taken to the nearest Magistrate.

Example 2:

Scenario: Priya is caught by a police officer for playing loud music late at night in her apartment in Bangalore, which is a non-cognizable offence.

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