Criminal Procedure Code · Updated to 1 May 2023 · Chapter XIV · Jurisdiction of Criminal Courts in Inquiries and Trials
131. Where complaint by person aggrieved
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Court
Defined · s 2
“Court” means the High Court, a Sessions Court, or a Magistrate’s Court of any class, as the context may require;
Chapter XIX or XXI of the Penal Code or under sections 493 to 496
both inclusive, except upon a complaint made by some person aggrieved by the offence or by the Public Prosecutor.
complaint
Defined · s 2
“complaint” means that allegation made orally or in writing to a Magistrate with a view to his taking action under this Code that some person whether known or unknown has committed or is guilty of an offence;
Criminal Procedure Code 99
Where complaint by husband