Chapter XXXIV
Section 455 CrPC: Destruction of libellous and other matter
New Law Update (2024)
Section 480 BNSS
TRIAL COURT
Punishment
Procedural / Administrative
Cognizable?
Bailable?
Compoundable?
Bare Act Text
(1) On a conviction under section 292, section 293, section 501 or section 502 of the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860), the Court may order the destruction of all the copies of the thing in respect of which the conviction was had, and which are in the custody of the Court or remain in the possession or power of the person convicted.
(2) The Court may, in like manner, on a conviction under section 272, section 273, section 274, or section 275 of the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860), order the food, drink, drug or medical preparation in respect of which the conviction was had, to be destroyed.
Important Sub-Sections Explained
Section 455(1)
This sub-section empowers the court to order the destruction of all copies of obscene or defamatory materials upon conviction for offences under specific sections of the Indian Penal Code, ensuring such objectionable matter is removed from circulation.
Section 455(2)
This sub-section allows the court, after a conviction for adulteration of food, drink, drugs, or medical preparations, to similarly order the destruction of the adulterated items, thereby preventing harm to public health and safety.