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What Does 'Call On' Mean in Court? Case Status & Explanation
01-Apr-2023 (In Family Law)
'Call On-normally means the case has been listed/posted to be 'called on-(i.e., announced) on a future date or has been adjourned for further hearing/mention; it is a docketing/listing entry rather than a substantive order. [https://lawrato.com/civil-legal-advice/meaning-of-call-on-in-civil-court-case-245586] and the court cause-list rules require cases to be entered and shown with the date and purpose in the cause list. [https://indiankanoon.org/doc/163270670/] If your matter has shown 'Call On-since 2017, immediately (1) check the court cause list and obtain the certified order-sheet/next-hearing entry from the court registry or e'courts portal, (2) contact or engage an advocate to inspect the file and to mention the matter before the judge, and (3) if there is inordinate delay (especially in criminal matters) move for urgent listing/expeditious hearing or appropriate relief (quashing/closure/directions) invoking the right to speedy trial under Article 21 as explained by the Supreme Court in Hussainara Khatoon v. State of Bihar [AIR 1979 SC 1360] [https://vlex.in/vid/hussainara-khatoon-and-ors-572166914] and the Court's balancing/relief principles in P. Ramachandra Rao v. State of Karnataka (2002) 4 SCC 578. [https://indiankanoon.org/doc/83470448/] For criminal cases you may also invoke the timelines and related provisions in the new criminal statutes (BNSS/BNS) that prescribe time-limits for trial and judgment (e.g., BNSS Sections on judgment/timelines). [https://www.apnilaw.com/bare-act/bnss/section-392-bharatiya-nagarik-surakitabnss-judgment/]
What Does 'Call On' Mean in Court?
The case status 'Call On' means that the court has scheduled a hearing for your case on a specific date. When a case is marked as 'Call On', it indicates that all parties involved, including the plaintiff, defendant, and their lawyers, must appear in court on the given date.
What Happens During a 'Call On' Hearing?
- The court may hear arguments from both sides.
- It may examine evidence and review case progress.
- The judge may give an order or schedule further proceedings.
What Should You Do?
- Regularly check your case status for updates.
- Attend all scheduled hearings to ensure smooth progress.
- Follow any court orders or directions given during the hearing.
Keeping track of your case and attending hearings is crucial to avoid delays and ensure that your case moves forward smoothly.
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Adv. Chikirsha Mohanty
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What Does 'Call On' Mean in the Summons Stage?
If your case is in the summons stage, the status 'Call On' usually means that the court is checking whether the summons have been served to the concerned parties.What Should You Do?
- Check if the summons have been delivered to the other party.
- Apply for a Certified Copy (CC) of the order sheet to review previous court proceedings.
- Verify what was discussed in the last hearing and track the next steps.
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What Should You Do?
- Visit the concerned court section in person to verify the latest status.
- Consult an advocate to get accurate details about your case.
- Ensure your case is progressing, as it cannot remain at the 'Call On' stage indefinitely.
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