CRIMINAL COURTS (Practice and Procedure)

Description

Criminal Court Practice and Procedure is a comprehensive, practice-oriented book that navigates the restructured framework of India’s criminal justice system under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS), Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA). With the repeal of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, the Indian Penal Code, 1860, and the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, this book meets the critical demand for a clear, systematic, and contemporary understanding of criminal court practice in the new legal regime.

The book offers an in-depth exposition of criminal procedure, covering stages of criminal proceedings-from the constitution and powers of criminal courts, jurisdiction, and initiation of proceedings to various forms of trials, appreciation of evidence, arrest, warrants, bail, and sentencing. Special emphasis has been placed on practical aspects such as security proceedings, complaints, provisions relating to persons of unsound mind, offences affecting the administration of justice, and victim-centric reforms introduced by the new laws.

To facilitate a smooth transition and quick reference, the text meticulously incorporates and cross-references the corresponding provisions of the BNSS, BNS, and BSA, enabling readers to easily correlate legal concepts and procedural aspects with the relevant sections of the new criminal laws. Landmark judicial pronouncements/Judgments have been relied upon to elucidate statutory intent and reinforce procedural safeguards.

This book also includes model forms and specimen drafts, such as bail applications, affidats, bonds, warrants, and other court-related drafts, enhances the utility of the book by bridging doctrinal knowledge with courtroom practice.

This book is intended to serve as a reliable reference for judges, advocates, prosecutors, law students, academicians, and all stakeholders engaged in the administration of the criminal justice system.