Section 32State of Karnataka Act
Section 32: Compelling attendance of witnesses and examination of witnesses on commission
Compelling attendance of witnesses and examination of witnesses on commission.
(1)
If any person on whom a summons to attend as witness or to produce any document has been served, fails to comply with the summons, the officer by whom the summons has been issued may,-(a)
issue a bailable warrant of arrest;(b)
order him to furnish security for appearance; or(c)
impose upon him a fine not exceeding twenty rupees.(2)
Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (1), when the person whose evidence is required is unable from sickness or infirmity to attend or is a person exempted under section 132 or section 133 of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, from personal appearance before a Court, the officer issuing the summons may, of his own motion, or on the application of the party whose evidence is desired, dispense with the appearance of such person, and direct such person to be examined on commission issued to a subordinate officer deputed for the purpose.Disclaimer: This section is reproduced for general informational and reference purposes only. Always verify against the latest official gazette and consult a qualified advocate before relying on any provision.