Section outline
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Objective:
To know the general provisions regarding the charge under the Code of Criminal Procedure.
Outcome:
Students are able to apply the knowledge in factual scenarios.
Contents:
- What is Charge ?
Nature and Purpose of charge
Essentials of Charge
Stating the Offence
Describing the offence by the name
Defining and understanding the offense
Mentioning the law and section of law
Substantive requirements of offense to be complied with
Charge’s language
Accused person’s previous convictions
Particulars of the way in which the offence was committed
Thing in respect of which offense is committed
Legal Provision relating to Charge under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898