Extension of period of limitation in certain cases
Full Text
Notwithstanding anything contained in the foregoing provisions of this Chapter, any Court may take cognizance of an offence after the expiry of the period of limitation, if it is satisfied on the facts and in the circumstances of the case that the delay has been properly explained or that it is necessary so to do in the interests of justice.
Plain English Summary
Empowers the court to ignore the limitation period and take cognizance if the delay is justified or if it serves the interests of justice.
Key Legal Elements
- Discretionary power of court
- Condonation of delay
- Requirement of proper explanation
- Interests of justice as a primary factor
Practical Note
This is the "Safety Valve" section. It gives judges the discretion to admit a case even if it is time-barred, provided there is a "proper explanation" or a clear need for justice.
हिंदी पाठ
इस अध्याय के पूर्वगामी प्रावधानों में कुछ भी होने के बावजूद, कोई भी न्यायालय सीमा की अवधि की समाप्ति के बाद किसी अपराध का संज्ञान ले सकता है, यदि वह मामले के तथ्यों और परिस्थितियों से संतुष्ट है कि देरी को उचित रूप से समझाया गया है या न्याय के हित में ऐसा करना आवश्यक है।