Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
39 Chapters
About Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) is the new code of criminal procedure that replaced the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). This legislation governs the procedural aspects of criminal justice administration in India. It outlines the processes for investigation, arrest, trial, and appeal in criminal cases. The BNSS ensures fair and efficient administration of criminal justice while protecting the rights of both victims and accused persons. It establishes clear procedures for law enforcement agencies, courts, and other stakeholders in the criminal justice system.
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Chapter 1
Preliminary
Chapter 2
Constitution of Criminal Courts & Offices
Chapter 3
Power of Courts
Chapter 4
Power of Superior Officers of Police & Aid to the Magistrates & the Police
Chapter 5
Arrest of Persons
Chapter 6
Processes to Compel Appearance
Chapter 7
Processes to Compel the Production of Things
Chapter 8
Reciprocal Arrangements for Assistance in Certain Matters & Procedure for Attachment & Forfeiture of Property
Chapter 9
Security for Keeping the Peace & for Good Behaviour
Chapter 10
Order for Maintenance of Wives, Children & Parents
Chapter 11
Maintenance of Public Order & Tranquillity
Chapter 12
Preventive Action of the Police
Chapter 13
Information to the Police & their Powers to Investigate
Chapter 14
Jurisdiction of the Criminal Courts in Inquiries & Trials
Chapter 15
Conditions Requisite for Initiation of Proceedings
Chapter 16
Complaints to Magistrates
Chapter 17
Commencement of Proceedings before Magistrates
Chapter 18
The Charge
Chapter 19
Trial before a Court of Session
Chapter 20
Trial of Warrant-Cases by Magistrates
Chapter 21
Trial of Summons-Cases by Magistrates
Chapter 22
Summary Trials
Chapter 23
Plea Bargaining
Chapter 24
Attendance of Persons Confined or Detained in Prisons
Chapter 25
Evidence in Inquiries & Trials
Chapter 26
General Provisions as to Inquiries & Trials
Chapter 27
Provisions as to Accused Persons of Unsound Mind
Chapter 28
Provisions as to Offences Affecting the Administration of Justice
Chapter 29
The Judgement
Chapter 30
Submission of death Sentences for Confirmation
Chapter 31
Appeals
Chapter 32
Reference & Revision
Chapter 33
Transfer of Criminal Cases
Chapter 34
Execution, Suspension, Remission & Commutation of Sentences
Chapter 35
Provisions as to Bail & Bonds
Chapter 36
Disposal of Property
Chapter 37
Irregular Proceedings
Chapter 38
Limitation for Taking Cognizance of Certain Offences
Chapter 39
Miscellaneous