What is the period of limitation for criminal cases in India?
As a general rule there is "No period of limitation" for prosecuting serious criminal offences in India; the Limitation Act governs civil proceedings, with only limited…
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What is the period of limitation for criminal cases in India?
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As a general rule there is "No period of limitation" for prosecuting serious criminal offences in India; the Limitation Act governs civil proceedings, with only limited time-bars for minor offences under s.468 CrPC (now s.514 BNSS, 2023).
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