Section 451 of CrPC : Section 451: Order for custody and disposal of property pending trial in certain cases.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Seizure of Stolen Goods

Context: Ramesh's house was burglarized, and several valuable items, including jewelry and electronics, were stolen. The police apprehended the suspect, and during the investigation, they recovered the stolen items.

Application of Section 451:

• The stolen items are produced before the Criminal Court during the trial of the accused.
• The Court orders that the items be kept in the police custody until the trial concludes to ensure they are not tampered with or lost.
• Since some of the items are perishable (e.g., a high-end camera with a limited battery life), the Court, after recording necessary evidence, orders that the camera be sold and the proceeds be kept in the Court's custody until the trial concludes.

Example 2:

Scenario: Confiscation of Contraband

Context: During a routine check, the police find a large quantity of illegal drugs in a truck driven by Suresh. The drugs are seized, and Suresh is arrested and charged with drug trafficking.

Application of Section 451:

• The seized drugs are produced before the Criminal Court during Suresh's trial.
• The Court orders that the drugs be kept in a secure facility under police custody until the trial concludes to prevent any misuse or loss.
• Given that the drugs are subject to speedy and natural decay, the Court, after recording necessary evidence, orders that the drugs be de...

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