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Section 185 — Power to order cases to be tried in different sessions divisions
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Power to order cases to be tried in different sessions divisions
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Chapter XIII Jurisdiction of The Criminal Courts in Inquiries and Trials
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Reviewed by Advocate Aditi Babbar, Seasoned Advocate · Practicing since 31 years
📅 Updated 2026-04-10📚 Source: The Gazette of India
Criminal ProcedureJurisdictionCourt ManagementState GovernmentInfo
🗣️ Simple Explanation
What does this law say? Section 185 of the CrPC gives the State Government the power to decide where certain cases are tried. The government can order that cases from one district are tried in a different sessions division.
Why does this law exist? It allows the government to manage the workload of courts. It helps ensure that cases are handled efficiently.
Real-life impact The government can move cases from one court to another to ease the burden. This can speed up the legal process.
What happens if you break this law? This section deals with court procedures, not specific crimes. There is no direct punishment.
💡 Real Life Example

Due to a backlog of cases, the State Government decides to move all theft cases from District A to Sessions Division B. This ensures faster trials. There is no direct punishment.
The State Government directs that all murder cases in District C be tried in Sessions Division D. This is done to ensure fairness and efficiency. There is no direct punishment.
To manage court workload, the State Government orders that all fraud cases from District E be tried in Sessions Division F. This helps in efficient case management. There is no direct punishment.

🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
  • •Understand where your case will be heard.
  • •Get legal help if needed.
  • •Know the reasons for the change in venue.
  • •Ensure a fair trial.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Section 185 of the CrPC allows the State Government to decide where certain cases are tried. The government can order that cases from one district are tried in a different sessions division. This helps manage the workload of courts and ensures efficient handling of cases.
This section deals with court procedures, not specific crimes. There is no direct punishment associated with this section. The focus is on the administrative aspects of court proceedings.
Sources & References

📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library

⚖️ Content reviewed by Advocate Aditi Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice

📚 Act Reference: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified advocate for specific legal matters.

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