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Witness not appearing in court after summons have been served


19-Apr-2023 (In Criminal Law)
Pls let me know if the complaintant / witness is not apperaing in the court even court issued witness warrant. Their actions seems they want to drag / delay the case. Is there any way to make them appear in the court. Kindly advise.
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Answer #1
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You can't do anything. It is for the court to take a call about securing the presence of witness. You can file a discharge application in the same court on merits. You can also file quash petition before the High court under sec.482 for quashing the charge sheet.

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