Ed Officer Must Consider Exonerating Evidence In Arrests

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Ed Officer Must Consider Exonerating Evidence In Arrests

A reasonable and equitable judicial system has its foundation in the requirement that law enforcement authorities take exonerating evidence into account prior to making an arrest. To preserve the credibility of the legal system, enforcement directorate (ED) officials in particular, who are essential in investigating financial offenses and enforcing economic regulations, have to stick to this …

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Section 318 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS): Understanding Cheating and Its Legal Consequences

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Section 318 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS): Understanding Cheating and Its Legal Consequences

Cheating is a serious offense under Indian law which is designed to protect individuals and entities from unlawful practices which cause financial or property loss. Section 318 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the legal framework defines cheating stating, the acts where a person dishonestly induces another to deliver property or manipulate valuable securities. This …

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Understanding Section 309 of Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023: Robbery, Theft, Extortion, and Legal Punishments

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Understanding Section 309 of Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023: Robbery, Theft, Extortion, and Legal Punishments

The Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, is a landmark legal reform which has replaced the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860. One of the critical sections in this new criminal code is Section 309, which deals with robbery which is  a serious offence that summarizes violence, intimidation, and theft/extortion. Robbery is often described as merely taking …

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Section 140 Bns Explained: What Happens When Kidnapping Has Deadly Intent?

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Section 140 Bns Explained: What Happens When Kidnapping Has Deadly Intent?

Imagine someone who loves you going missing. Days later, you learn that they were taken ransom or, worse, with the intent to kill. This is not only a heart-rending story, but it is also a grave crime under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). BNS Section 140 prescribes stringent punishment for these acts, indicating how severely …

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Supreme Court Issues Guidelines For Visual Media’s Portrayal Of People With Disabilities

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Supreme Court Issues Guidelines For Visual Media's Portrayal Of People With Disabilities

“Disabled Person” means someone with prolonged physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory disability. If it is coupled with other issues, it prohibits them from completely and effectively participating in society on an equal basis.  Facts The appellant created a disability awareness group. He was disappointed by the film Aankh Micholi’s representation of people with disabilities. Sony …

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Non-Questioning of Accused U/S.313 Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023

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Non-Questioning of Accused U/S.351 Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023

Under Section 313, bharatiya nagarik suraksha sanhita 2023 is one of the most effective compulsory legal procedures that an accused person has, which helps in proving his innocence. The title of the section is “Power to Examine the Accused.” This section provides the accused the opportunity to explain any circumstances in evidence against them during …

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Section 351 Of BNS—Here’s What Criminal Intimidation Really Means

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Section 351 Of BNS—Here’s What Criminal Intimidation Really Means

What Does Section 351 of BNS Actually Say? Section 351 says that criminal intimidation happens when someone threatens another person—or someone close to them—with harm to their: The key here is intent. If the purpose of the threat is to scare the person or pressure them into doing something they’re not legally required to do …

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What is Section 197 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)?

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What is Section 197 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)?

The fundamental rights have been granted by India’s Constitution which includes the right to life (Article 21), equality before law (Article 14), and freedom of speech and expression (Article 19). However, these freedoms are not absolute. To preserve public order, secure national unity, and prevent conflicts legal limitations are essential. Here comes an important section …

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