CrPC Section 415
Section 415 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), India:
Section 415 CrPC — Security for good behaviour and for keeping the peace
What does Section 415 say?
This section empowers a Magistrate to require a person to enter into a bond (security) to keep the peace and maintain good behaviour if the Magistrate reasonably believes the person:
Has threatened or is likely to cause a breach of peace, or
Has behaved in a way that disturbs public tranquility or causes annoyance.
Key Points:
Who can be bound?
Any person whom the Magistrate believes may cause a breach of peace or disturb tranquility.
How is the security taken?
The Magistrate can require the person to execute a bond with or without sureties as security.
Purpose:
To prevent disturbances and maintain public order.
If the person refuses or breaks the bond:
They can be punished or detained for breach of the bond conditions.
Difference from Section 385 CrPC:
Section 385 deals with requiring security when there is apprehension of breach of peace.
Section 415 is wider and also covers good behaviour beyond just peacekeeping.
Example:
If a person has been repeatedly involved in fights or disturbing public peace, the Magistrate may require them to enter into a bond promising to behave well and keep the peace, failing which they may face legal action.
Summary:
Section 415 CrPC is a preventive legal tool to keep peace and good behaviour.
It helps Magistrates control potential troublemakers through bonds.
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