Last Updated: October 16, 2026

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    Threatening a Witness Under Section 195A IPC is a Cognisable Offence: SC

    New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that the offence of threatening a witness to give false evidence under Section 195A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) is cognisable, and police can register an FIR without requiring a court’s complaint. Bench Clarifies Police Powers Under CrPC A bench of Justices Sanjay Kumar and Alok.