Stages of Indian            criminal trial

The stages of a criminal trial in India, along with the corresponding provisions of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), are as follows:

 

1.Complaint or First Information Report (FIR) - Section 154 CrPC

The first stage of a criminal trial is the registration of a complaint or FIR. A complaint is usually made to the police, and they register an FIR under Section 154 of the CrPC.

2.Investigation - Section 156 CrPC

After the FIR is registered, the police investigate the matter and collect evidence. This is done under Section 156 of the CrPC.

3.Arrest of the accused - Section 41-60 CrPC

If the police find sufficient evidence against the accused, they may arrest them. This is done under Section 41-60 of the CrPC.

4.Production of accused before the Magistrate - Section 167 CrPC

The accused must be produced before a magistrate within 24 hours of their arrest. If they are not produced within this time, they must be released. This is done under Section 167 of the CrPC.

5.Framing of charges - Section 240-245 CrPC Once the investigation is complete, the magistrate reads the chargesheet and frames the charges against the accused. This is done under Section 240-245 of the CrPC.

6.Recording of evidence - Section 244-255 CrPC

The trial begins with the examination of witnesses, cross-examination, and the presentation of evidence by the prosecution and defense. This is done under Section 244-255 of the CrPC.

7.Judgment - Section 357-369 CrPC

After the trial, the court delivers its judgment based on the evidence presented. This is done under Section 357-369 of the CrPC.

8.Sentencing - Section 235-237 CrPC

If the accused is found guilty, the court decides on the appropriate punishment based on the severity of the crime. This is done under Section 235-237 of the CrPC.

9.Appeal - Section 372 CrPC

The accused or the prosecution can appeal the judgment in a higher court. This is done under Section 372 of the CrPC.

It is important to note that the specific procedures and terminology may vary depending on the type of court and the nature of the case