Section 160 of CrPC : Section 160: Police officer's power to require attendance of witnesses.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: A robbery has taken place in a neighborhood in Mumbai. The police are investigating the case and need to gather information from potential witnesses.

Application of Section 160:

• Police Action: The investigating officer issues a written order to Mr. Sharma, a shopkeeper in the vicinity, requiring his attendance at the police station for questioning.
• Mr. Sharma's Obligation: Mr. Sharma, being within the limits of the police station's jurisdiction and appearing to have knowledge about the incident, is legally required to attend the police station as per the order.
• Special Consideration: If Mr. Sharma were above 65 years of age, the police would need to question him at his residence instead of requiring him to come to the police station.

Example 2:

Scenario: A hit-and-run accident occurs in a small town in Kerala. The police need to gather information from people who might have witnessed the accident.

Application of Section 160:

• Police Action: The investigating officer issues a written order to Ms. Priya, a local resident who was present near the accident scene, requiring her attendance at the police station for questioning.
• Ms. Priya's Obligation: Ms. Priya, being within the limits of the police station's jurisdiction and appearing to have knowledge about the accident, is legally required to attend the police station as per the order.
• Special Consideration: Since Ms. Priya is a woman, the police must question her at her residence unless she vo...

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