Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Chapter 14
Jurisdiction of the Criminal Courts in Inquiries & Trials
Section 197 • Ordinary place of inquiry and trial.
Description
Every offence shall ordinarily be inquired into and tried by a Court within whose local jurisdiction it was committed.
📖 Understanding This Section
This section is part of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Chapter 14 (Jurisdiction of the Criminal Courts in Inquiries & Trials). Legal provisions are subject to interpretation by courts and may be amended by legislation. For specific legal advice regarding this section, please consult a qualified legal professional.