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Section 473 - Code of Criminal Procedure Act, 1973
Code of Criminal Procedure Act, 1973
473.Extension of period of limitation in certain cases.-
Notwithstanding anything contained in the foregoing provisions of this Chapter, any Court may take cognizance of an offence after the expiry of the period of limitation, if it is satisfied on the facts and in the circumstances of the case that the delay has been properly explained or that it is necessary so to do in the interests of justice.
Related Sections
- Section 413: Execution of order passed under section 368
- Section 297: Authorities before whom affidavits may be sworn
- Section 201: Procedure by Magistrate not competent to take cognizance of the case
- Section 140: Power of Magistrate to furnish written instructions, etc
- Section 334: Judgment of acquittal on ground of unsoundness of mind
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