Multiple choice

Which of the following is not an essential search-procedure under Sec. 100 of Code of Criminal Procedure?

  1. Calling upon two independent and respectable inhabitants of the locality to witness the search

  2. Signing of search-memo by the witnesses to search

  3. Attendance of occupant of the place during the search

  4. Signature of the accused on the search-list
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D Correct answer
Explanation

CrPC Section 100 outlines mandatory search procedures: (a) two independent respectable inhabitants must witness, (b) search memo must be signed by witnesses, (c) occupant or presence should be ensured. However, the signature of the accused on the search-list is NOT an essential requirement - the search can be validly conducted even if the accused refuses to sign. Option (4) correctly identifies the non-essential procedure.

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