# The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, Section 56: Prohibition of arrest or detention of women in execution of decree for money

- Act: The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (Act 5 of 1908)
- In force from: 1909-01-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Law and Justice
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/cpc/section/56/

## Text

Notwithstanding anything in this Part, the Court shall not order the arrest or detention in the civil prison of a woman in execution of a decree for the payment of money.

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