Section 224Withdrawal of remaining charges on conviction on one of several charges
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Withdrawal of remaining charges on conviction on one of several charges
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Chapter XVII The Charge
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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 ProcedureWithdrawal Of ChargesTrialLegal Process
🗣️ Simple Explanation
What does this law say? Section 224 of the CrPC explains what happens when you are charged with multiple crimes, and you are found guilty of one. The person bringing the case (complainant) or the prosecutor can withdraw the other charges. The court can also stop the inquiry or trial of the other charges.
💡 Real Life Example

Sneha is charged with multiple offenses. She is convicted of one. The remaining charges are withdrawn by the prosecutor. This simplifies the legal process. The legal consequence is the withdrawal of remaining charges.

🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
  • Understand the charges against you.
  • Have a lawyer represent you.
  • Know the implications of a conviction.
  • Be aware of the withdrawal of charges.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Section 224 of the CrPC deals with what happens to remaining charges after a conviction on one of multiple charges. The complainant or the court can withdraw the remaining charges. This simplifies the legal process and avoids further trials.
If the conviction is overturned, the court can restart the inquiry or trial of the withdrawn charges. This ensures that justice is served. It allows the court to proceed with the remaining charges.
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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