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The Code of Criminal Procedure (Jharkhand Amendment) Act, 2020

This Jharkhand law amends the criminal procedure code to allow courts to hold trials in the absence of the accused person. It applies to anyone who has absconded or failed to appear in court after being released on bail or bond without a valid reason. The court can continue the case without re-hearing witnesses and will issue a judgment based on the evidence already recorded. This ensures that justice is not delayed because a defendant is missing, allowing the legal process to move forward efficiently.

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