Trial of Criminal Cases

Contents

• Introduction
• Constitution of Criminal Courts and Offices
• Offences by Whom and Where Triable
• Power of Courts
• Public Prosecutors
• Jurisdiction of the Criminal Courts in Inquiries and Trials
• Conditions Requisite for Initiation of Proceedings
• Complaints to Magistrates
• Commencement of Proceedings before Magistrates
• The Charge
• Trial Before A Court of Session
• Trial of Warrant Cases by Magistrates
• Trial of Summons Cases by Magistrates
• Summary Trials
• Evidence in Inquiries and Trials
• General Provisions as to Inquiries and Trials
• Provisions as to Accused Persons of Unsound Mind
• Provisions as to Offences Affecting the Administration of Justice
• The Judgment
• Submission of Death Sentences for Confirmation
• Security for Keeping the Peace and for Good Behaviour
• Order for Maintenance of Wives, Children and Parents
• Maintenance of Public Order and Tranquility