Follow the steps below to apply for and collect certified copies of orders, statements, evidence, or any other documents related to your criminal case in the District Court.
Step 1: Obtain the Application Form
Visit the District Court where your case is pending.
- Purchase the Certified Copy Application Form (Criminal Case) from any stationery shop inside the court complex.
- Alternatively, you can download the form online (if available in your state).
Step 2: Fill Out the Application Form
Carefully fill in the following details in a clear and legible manner:
- Case Title (e.g., State vs. [Accused Name])
- Case Number and Year
- Name of the Court and Judge
- Name of the Applicant
- Details of the document(s) required (Order Sheet, Statement, Evidence, etc.)
Refer to the sample form for proper formatting (Filled data is for reference only).
Step 3: Affix Court Fee Stamp
Purchase a ₹2 court fee stamp from the court’s stamp vendor or counter.
- Paste it on the designated blank space of the application form.
Step 4: Make a Copy of the Application Form
Prepare one photocopy of the filled and stamped application form.
- You will need both the original and the copy for submission.
Step 5: Get the Application Approved by the Judge
Go to the courtroom where your case is listed.
- Submit both forms (original and copy) to the Ahlmad / Peshkar / Court Attendant.
- The Peshkar will apply the court stamp and present the form to the Hon’ble Judge for signature.
- After the Judge signs the form, it will be returned to you.
Step 6: Submit the Application to the Copying Department
Visit the Certified Copy / Order Section (usually on the ground floor) in the District Court.
- Submit the approved application form along with advance payment (₹50, ₹100, or ₹200 depending on the pages required).
- Provide additional details if requested by the counter staff.
Important:
- You will receive a receipt for your application. Keep this receipt safe.
- You will also receive an SMS notification on your registered mobile to acknowledge the submission of application form with tentative delivery date.
Step 7: Wait for Notification
After a few days, you will receive a phone notification/SMS stating:
“Your certified copy is ready for delivery.”
Step 8: Collect the Certified Copy
Visit the Certified Copy Delivery Counter in the court.
- Criminal and Civil copies often have separate windows – ensure you go to the correct one.
- Present your original receipt.
- Pay the remaining balance or collect any excess payment refund.
- Sign the Delivery Register/Receipt to acknowledge receipt.
Step 9: Certified Copy Delivered
Congratulations! You now have your Certified Copies of the required documents.
– Always check the copy immediately to ensure all pages are complete and legible.
Credit: Dilip Kumar-Sahodar Patron