Charge
فردِ جرم
Criminal
A charge is the formal written statement of the offence an accused is alleged to have committed, which the court reads to him at the start of the trial.
What does Charge mean in plain words?
It tells the accused what offence he is charged with, naming the law and section. The court reads and explains it and asks whether he admits the offence or has a defence. It is different from the FIR or the police report (challan).
When will I hear Charge?
The charge was read out to the accused, who pleaded not guilty.
Which law covers Charge?
Chapter XIX (Sections 221 to 240), Code of Criminal Procedure 1898