Chapter XXII
Section 266 CrPC: Definitions
New Law Update (2024)
Section 273 BNSS
TRIAL COURT
Punishment
Definitional
Cognizable?
Bailable?
Compoundable?
Bare Act Text
Section 266: Definitions
In this Chapter, unless the context otherwise requires,—
(a) “detained” includes detained under any law providing for preventive detention;
(b) “prison” includes—
(i) any place which has been declared by the State Government, by general or special order, to be a subsidiary jail;
(ii) any reformatory, Borstal institution or other institution of a like nature.
Important Sub-Sections Explained
Section 266(a)
This sub-section clarifies that the term “detained” encompasses individuals held under any law related to preventive detention, ensuring a broad application within Chapter XXII.
Section 266(b)
This sub-section defines “prison” comprehensively, including not only officially declared subsidiary jails but also reformatories, Borstal institutions, and other similar places where individuals might be confined.