criminalEnglish origin

Custody

The lawful detention of a person by the state � police custody or judicial custody.

Full Definition

Police custody: the person is with the investigating officer for interrogation. Judicial custody: person is in jail under the court's direction. Police custody maximum 15 days total. The DK Basu guidelines protect persons in custody.

In Indian Law

Section 167 CrPC (Section 187 BNSS). The DK Basu guidelines and NHRC guidelines protect against torture and illegal detention.

Quick Facts

LetterC
Categorycriminal
OriginEnglish