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Section 67 — Service of summons outside local limits
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Service of summons outside local limits
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Chapter VI Processes to Compel Appearance
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Reviewed by Advocate Aditi Babbar, Seasoned Advocate · Practicing since 31 years
📅 Updated 2026-04-10📚 Source: The Gazette of India
SummonsJurisdictionLegal ProcedureCourt Process
🗣️ Simple Explanation
What does this law say? Section 67 of the CrPC explains how a court serves a summons if the person lives outside its area. If the person lives elsewhere, the court sends the summons to a local Magistrate. The local Magistrate then ensures the summons is served.
Why does this law exist? This law makes sure summons can be served across different areas. It allows courts to reach people who live far away. This is important for justice.
Real-life impact This affects you if you live outside the area of the court that issued the summons. The court will involve the local Magistrate. This ensures you receive the summons. It helps the legal process to work smoothly.
What happens if you break this law? This section is about the process of serving a summons, not about breaking a law. There is no direct punishment for violating this section. However, failing to follow the correct procedure could delay the legal process.
💡 Real Life Example

Amit lives in Delhi, but a court in Mumbai issues him a summons. The Mumbai court sends the summons to a Magistrate in Delhi. The Delhi Magistrate ensures Amit receives the summons. This allows Amit to attend the court in Mumbai.

Sneha lives in Chennai. A court in Kolkata wants to summon her. The Kolkata court sends the summons to a Magistrate in Chennai. The Chennai Magistrate ensures Sneha gets the summons. This ensures Sneha is aware of the legal proceedings.

🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
  • •Understand the summons and its purpose.
  • •Contact the court if you have questions.
  • •Cooperate with the local Magistrate.
  • •Seek legal advice if needed.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Section 67 of the CrPC explains how summons are served when the person lives outside the court's area. The court sends the summons to a local Magistrate. The local Magistrate ensures the summons is delivered. This ensures the person is aware of the legal proceedings. It helps the court to function smoothly.
If the summons isn't served correctly, it could delay the legal process. The court might have to reissue the summons. This could lead to delays in the case. It is important to follow the correct procedure. This ensures fairness and efficiency in the legal system.
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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