Accessory : someone who helps or encourages another person to commit a crime.(Section 107 to 120 of Indian Penal Code)
Legal Glossary
ABSCOND
Abscond : act of leaving a location or jurisdiction, often without prior notice, to avoid legal consequences, obligations, or court proceedings. It can involve escaping from law enforcement, skipping bail, or evading legal responsibilities.(Section 82 of Criminal...
ABDUCTION
Abduction : taking someone away by force. (Section 362 of Indian Penal Code)
ABATEMENT
Abatement: canceling the writ or action or stopping a nuisance etc.
WITNESS
Witness: A person called upon by either side in a lawsuit to give testimony before the court or jury.(Section 118 of Indian Evidence Act)
WARRANT
Warrant: A court order authorizing law enforcement officers to make an arrest or conduct a search. An affidavit seeking a warrant must establish probable cause by detailing the facts upon which the request is based.(Section 70 of Criminal Procedure Code)