CrPC Section 269
Section 269 CrPC – Dangerous diseases: Power to compel removal or segregation
"If a person suffering from a dangerous disease is found to be exposing others to the risk of infection, a public health authority or a magistrate may take measures to remove or isolate such person to prevent the spread of the disease."
✅ Key Points:
Applies when a person is suffering from a dangerous disease.
If that person is exposing others to the risk of infection.
Authorities empowered:
A public health authority, or
A magistrate.
They may compel the removal or isolation (segregation) of such a person.
The goal is to prevent the spread of infectious or dangerous diseases to others.
⚖️ Objective:
To protect public health and safety by legally controlling the movement or contact of people who have contagious diseases.
🧑⚖️ Application:
Often used in situations like epidemics or outbreaks.
Ensures that individuals who are contagious can be isolated for the community's protection.
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