Supply to accused of copy of police report and other documents. 230. In any case where the proceeding has been instituted on a police report, the Magistrate shall without delay, and in no case beyond fourteen days from the date of production or appearance of the accused, furnish to the accused and the victim (if … Read more
Special summons in cases of petty offence 229. (1) If, in the opinion of a Magistrate taking cognizance of a petty offence, the case may be summarily disposed of under section 283 or section 284, the Magistrate shall, except where he is, for reasons to be recorded in writing of a contrary opinion, issue summons … Read more
Magistrate may dispense with personal attendance of accused. 228. (1) Whenever a Magistrate issues a summons, he may, if he sees reason so to do, dispense with the personal attendance of the accused and permit him to appear by his advocate. (2) But the Magistrate inquiring into or trying the case may, in his discretion, … Read more