Application of rules 10 to 13
Full Text
The provisions of rules 10 to 13 shall, so far as they are applicable, be deemed to apply to any person who having attended in compliance with a summons departs, without lawful excuse, in contravention of rule 16.
Plain English Summary
Extends all coercive powers (warrants, proclamation, property attachment, and fines) under Rules 10 to 13 to any witness who attends but leaves court without permission.
Key Legal Elements
- Coercive Action Against Fleeing Witnesses: Targets witnesses who slip away before cross-examination.
- Immediate Invocation of Warrants & Attachments: Preserves trial integrity.
Practical Note
Absconding from Courtroom: If a witness appears, senses tough cross-examination, and slips out during lunch, move the court immediately under Rule 17 to issue an arrest warrant and attach their property under Rules 10-13.
हिंदी पाठ
नियम 10 से 13 के उपबंध, जहां तक वे लागू हो सकते हैं, ऐसे किसी भी व्यक्ति को लागू समझे जाएंगे जो समन के अनुपालन में उपस्थित होने के पश्चात नियम 16 के उल्लंघन में बिना वैध कारण के चला जाता है।