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Inquiry Trial

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Definition

Inquiry trial, The word 'inquiry' is defined in s. 2(g) of the Code as 'every inquiry, other than a trial, conducted under this Code by a Magistrate or court.' The trial is distinct from inquiry and inquiry must always be a forerunner to the trial, Moly v. State of Karnataka, (2004) 4 SCC 584 (587). [Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, s. 2(g)]

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