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Section 273 — Evidence to be taken in presence of accused
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273
Evidence to be taken in presence of accused
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Chapter XXIII Evidence 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
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🗣️ Simple Explanation
What does this law say? Section 273 of the CrPC says that all evidence in a trial must be presented in front of the accused person. If the accused can't be there, their lawyer can be present.
Why does this law exist? This law ensures fairness. It allows the accused to hear the evidence against them. This helps them defend themselves.
Real-life impact Imagine Amit is accused of a crime. This law means he has the right to be present when witnesses give their statements. He can hear what they say.
What happens if you break this law? This section itself doesn't describe breaking a law. It's about how evidence is presented. There is no punishment for this section.
💡 Real Life Example

Sneha is accused of theft. The witnesses' statements are read out in court while she is present. This allows her to hear the evidence. The legal consequence is Sneha can hear the evidence against her. Rahul is accused of a crime. His lawyer is present in court. The witnesses' statements are presented to the lawyer. The legal consequence is Rahul's lawyer can hear the evidence.

🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
  • •Be present during your trial.
  • •Have your lawyer present if you can't be there.
  • •Understand the evidence against you.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Section 273 of the CrPC says that all evidence in a trial must be presented in front of the accused. If the accused can't be there, their lawyer can be present. This ensures fairness and allows the accused to hear the evidence against them.
No, Section 273 itself does not have any punishment. It is a procedural section. It explains how evidence is presented in court. The punishment depends on the crime the accused is charged with.
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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