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Section 84 — Claims and objections to attachment
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Claims and objections to attachment
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
AttachmentPropertyClaimsObjectionsLegal Procedure
🗣️ Simple Explanation
What does this law say? Section 84 of the CrPC deals with claims and objections to the attachment of property. If someone other than the person who is hiding (proclaimed offender) believes they have a right to the attached property, they can object. They must do this within six months of the attachment.
Why does this law exist? This law protects the rights of people who may have an interest in the property. It ensures that only the property of the absconding person is seized.
Real-life impact If your property is wrongly attached because someone else is hiding, you can object. You must prove your claim within six months. The court will then decide if the attachment is valid.
What happens if you break this law? This section itself doesn't define a crime. It's a procedure. If you don't object within six months, you may lose your claim to the property. The punishment depends on the original crime.
💡 Real Life Example

Amit's house is attached because his brother is absconding. Amit claims he owns the house. Under Section 84, he can object within six months. The court will then investigate his claim.

Sneha's car is attached because her friend is hiding. Sneha believes she owns the car. She can file an objection under Section 84. The court will then decide if the attachment is valid. If she doesn't object, she may lose the car.

🛡️ KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
  • •File an objection within six months.
  • •Provide proof of your claim.
  • •Seek legal advice.
  • •Understand the attachment order.
  • •File a suit if your claim is rejected.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Section 84 of the CrPC deals with claims and objections to the attachment of property. If someone other than the person who is hiding believes they have a right to the attached property, they can object. They must do this within six months of the attachment. The court will then investigate the claim.
Section 84 itself doesn't specify a punishment. It's a procedure. The punishment depends on the original crime. If you don't object within six months, you may lose your claim to the property. The court will decide on the punishment based on the crime.
Whether the original offense is bailable or not determines if you can get bail. If the original crime is bailable, you may be able to get bail. If the original crime is non-bailable, you may not get bail. The court will decide based on the crime.
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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