Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898

Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898 — Section 32: Sentences which Magistrates may pass

32. Sentences which Magistrates may pass.__ (1) The Courts of Magistrates may pass the following sentences, namely: Imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2[Three 1

(a)Courts [* * *] of Magistrates of the first years] including such solitary confinement as is class: authorized by law; Fine not exceeding 3[Forty five thousand] rupees; 4[arsh; daman;] Whipping.

(b)Courts of Magistrates of the second Imprisonment for a term not exceeding 5[one year], class: including such solitary confinement as is authorized by law; Fine not exceeding 3[fifteen thousand] rupees; 6[* * *]

(c)Courts of Magistrates of the third class. Imprisonment for a term not exceeding one month; Fine not exceeding 3[three thousand] rupees.

(2)The Court of any Magistrate may pass any lawful sentence, combining any of the sentences which it is authorized by law to pass. 7

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This is the text of the provision as enacted. It is legal information, not legal advice, and it cannot account for the facts of your own matter. For advice on your situation, consult a verified advocate.