Section 447 of CrPC : Section 447: Procedure in case of insolvency of death of surety or when a bond is forfeited.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Rajesh is accused of a minor crime and is granted bail by the court. His friend, Suresh, acts as his surety and signs a bond of ₹50,000. Unfortunately, Suresh passes away suddenly.

Application of Section 447:

• The court that granted Rajesh's bail will now require Rajesh to find a new surety.
• Rajesh must present a new person who can act as his surety and sign a new bond of ₹50,000.
• If Rajesh fails to find a new surety, the court may treat this as a default and could potentially cancel his bail, leading to his re-arrest.

Example 2:

Scenario: Priya is released on bail with her uncle, Ramesh, acting as her surety. Ramesh signs a bond of ₹1,00,000. Later, Ramesh is declared insolvent and cannot fulfill his financial obligations.

Application of Section 447:

• The court will notify Priya that her surety, Ra...

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