# The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 316: No influence to be used to induce disclosure

- Act: The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (Act 2 of 1974)
- In force from: 1974-04-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/crpc/section/316/

## Text

Except as provided in sections 306 and 307, no influence, by means of any promise or threat or otherwise, shall be used to an accused person to induce him to disclose or withhold any matter within his knowledge.

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