BNSS Section 513 — Definitions

CHAPTER XXXVIII LIMITATION FOR TAKING COGNIZANCE OF CERTAIN OFFENCES

Criminal

Summary

For the purposes of this chapter, the term "period of limitation" refers to the specific time limit mentioned in section 514 within which a court can take cognizance of an offence. This definition applies unless the context of the law requires a different meaning.

Official Text

For the purposes of this Chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, “period of limitation” means the period specified in section 514 for taking cognizance of an offence.

Related Judgments

  • SC (2025) Vol.5 p.730 — Supreme Court of India (2025)
  • SC (2025) Vol.6 p.545 — Supreme Court of India (2025)
  • SC (2024) Vol.7 p.979 — Supreme Court of India (2024)
  • .. Petitioner/Accused No.12 vs The State of Tamilnadu, — Madras High Court ()
  • SC (2025) Vol.2 p.1588 — Supreme Court of India (2025)
  • SC (2025) Vol.1 p.1469 — Supreme Court of India (2025)
  • SC (2025) Vol.3 p.1309 — Supreme Court of India (2025)
  • SC (2025) Vol.11 p.291 — Supreme Court of India (2025)

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