189
189
Receipt of evidence relating to offences committed outside India
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Chapter XIII Jurisdiction of The Criminal Courts in Inquiries and Trials
⚖️
Reviewed by Advocate Aditi Babbar, Seasoned Advocate · Practicing since 31 yearsEvidenceInternational CrimeLegal Procedure
🗣️ Simple Explanation
What does this law say?
Section 189 of the CrPC deals with evidence from outside India. If a crime is being tried in India under Section 188, the government can allow foreign evidence to be used. This includes copies of statements and documents.
Why does this law exist?
This law helps in gathering evidence for trials involving crimes committed abroad. It allows courts to consider evidence from other countries. It ensures fair trials.
Real-life impact
If a crime happens in another country, the court can use evidence from that country. This helps in the investigation and trial. This ensures justice.
What happens if you break this law?
This section doesn't define a crime. It explains how evidence from other countries can be used in court. The punishment depends on the specific crime committed.
💡 Real Life Example
A crime happens in the US, and the trial is in India. The court can use copies of witness statements from the US. The legal consequence is that the evidence from the US is admissible in the Indian court. Amit commits a crime in Canada. The court can use documents from Canada as evidence.
🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
- •Know that foreign evidence can be used against you.
- •Ensure your lawyer examines all evidence.
- •Seek legal help if you are accused of a crime.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Section 189 of the CrPC allows courts to use evidence from other countries. If a crime is being tried in India, the government can allow foreign evidence to be used. This helps in gathering evidence for trials involving crimes committed abroad. This ensures fair trials.
Section 189 itself doesn't have a punishment. It deals with the use of evidence from other countries. The punishment depends on the specific crime committed. The court will decide the punishment based on the evidence presented.
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.
Was this helpful?