Section 220: Trial for more than one offence. | The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

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Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a businessman, is accused of embezzling funds from his company over a period of six months. During the investigation, it is discovered that Ravi also falsified the company's financial records to conceal his embezzlement. According to Section 220(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, Ravi can be charged and tried in one trial for both the embezzlement (criminal breach of trust) and the falsification of accounts.

Example 2:

Priya, a software engineer, is involved in a road rage incident where she assaults another driver, Raj, causing him serious injuries. During the same incident, she also damages Raj's car and threatens him with further harm. Under Section 220(1) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, Priya can be charged and tried in one trial for assault (cau...

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Section 220 of CrPC : Section 220: Trial for more than one offence.

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