# The Code of Criminal Procedure Act, Section 203: Dismissal of complaint

- Act: The Code of Criminal Procedure Act (Act 2 of 1974)
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/code-criminal-procedure-act/section/203/

## Text

If, after considering the statements on oath (if any) of the complainant and of the witnesses and the result of the inquiry or investigation (if any) under section 202, the Magistrate is of opinion that there is no sufficient ground for proceeding, he shall dismiss the complaint, and in every such case he shall briefly record his reasons for so doing. CHAPTER XVI COMMENCEMENT OF PROCEEDINGS BEFORE MAGISTRATES

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