Section 356 CrPC: Order for Notifying Address of Previously Convicted Offender
This section deals with the notification of the address of a previously convicted offender to the police.
1. Code
Section 356 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC)
2. Explanation
This section empowers a Magistrate to order a convicted offender to notify his or her current address to the police. This is done to facilitate the police in keeping track of the offender’s whereabouts and to prevent them from committing further offenses.
The following are the key points of this section:
- The order can be passed by a Magistrate of the First Class.
- The order is made when the offender is released from imprisonment.
- The offender must notify their address to the police within a specified time.
- The offender must notify the police of any change of address within a specified time.
- The police are required to maintain a record of the offender’s address.
3. Illustration
Imagine a person, “A”, is convicted of theft and sentenced to one year of imprisonment. Upon release, the Magistrate orders A to notify the police of their current address within 7 days and any subsequent change of address within 14 days. A is required to comply with this order.
4. Common Questions and Answers
- Q: Who can pass an order under Section 356 CrPC?
A: A Magistrate of the First Class can pass such an order. - Q: When is the order passed?
A: The order is passed when the offender is released from imprisonment. - Q: What are the consequences of not complying with the order?
A: Failure to comply with the order can lead to further legal action, including imprisonment. - Q: What is the purpose of this section?
A: The purpose is to help the police keep track of previously convicted offenders and prevent them from committing further offenses.
