If a magistrate thinks someone might do something that could disturb the peace, they can order that person to provide security. This means the person has to promise to behave well, often with a financial guarantee or a surety.
A magistrate receives information that A is likely to cause a fight. The magistrate orders A to provide security, meaning A has to promise to keep the peace, possibly with a financial guarantee.
- •You have the right to know the reason for the order.
- •You have the right to challenge the order in court.
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
⚖️ Content reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice
📚 Act Reference: Code of Civil Procedure
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