CrPC Section 201. Procedure by Magistrate not competent to take cognizance of the case

Category of Bare Act Name of the Act Year of Promulgation
Criminal Laws Code of Criminal Procedure 1973
Act Number Enactment Date Chapter Number
02 01-04-1974 15
Chapter Title Ministry Department
Complaints To Magistrates Ministry of Home Affairs Department of Internal Security

If the complaint is made to a Magistrate who is not competent to take cognizance of the offence he shall, –

(a) If the complaint is in writing, return it for presentation to the proper court with to that effect;

(b) If the complaint is not in writing, direct the complainant to the proper court.