Legal Dictionary
Plain-English explanations of Indian legal terms, Latin maxims, and procedure — each entry gives you a simple explanation alongside the detailed legal meaning, relevant Acts, and how the term is actually used in court.
- Anticipatory BailCrPC / BNSS Terms
A direction that a person be released on bail in the event of arrest on an apprehended accusation.
- Charge SheetCrPC / BNSS Terms
The police report submitted to the magistrate on completion of investigation, recommending prosecution.
- Cognizable OffenceCrPC / BNSS Terms
An offence for which police may arrest without a warrant and start investigation without a magistrate's order.
- First Information Report (FIR)CrPC / BNSS Terms
The first recorded information given to police about the commission of a cognizable offence.