# Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 440

- Act: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (Act 2 of 1974)
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/code-criminal-procedure-1973/section/440/

## Text

(1) The amount of every bond executed under this Chapter 1. Ins. by Act 22 of 2018, s. 22 (w.e.f. 21-4-2018). 2. The proviso ins. by s. 23, ibid. (w.e.f. 21-4-2018). 3. Ins. by s. 23, ibid. (w.e.f. 21-4-2018). shall be fixed with due regard to the circumstances of the case and shall not be excessive. (2) The High Court or the Court of Session may direct that the bail required by a police officer or Magistrate be reduced.

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