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The 2023 Criminal Law Trilogy (New Statutory Codes)

Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

Replaces the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (Act 45 of 1860). Covers 358 sections detailing definitions, offences against the state, human body, women, property, and repeat crime penalties.

Criminal Procedure & Bail

Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023

Replaces the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC). Covers 531 sections governing arrest guidelines, FIR registration, zero FIR, remand limits, regular/anticipatory bail, and trial processes.

Evidence & Proof

Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023

Replaces the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. Covers 170 sections detailing electronic and digital record admissibility (Sec 61–63), confessions, dying declarations, burden of proof, and witness testimony.

Commercial, Financial & Special Criminal Acts

Cheque Bounce & Banking

Negotiable Instruments Act (NI Act)

Comprehensive statutory analysis of Section 138 to 148 governing dishonour of cheques, statutory demand notices, 15-day compliance timelines, interim compensation, and compounding.

Child Protection & Special Courts

Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO)

Statutory framework covering penetrative sexual assault, aggravated assault, sexual harassment of children, mandatory reporting rules, child-friendly courts, and bail restrictions.

Narcotics & Controlled Substances

Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS)

Statutory provisions on illicit trafficking, commercial vs small quantity classifications, Section 37 stringent bail embargo, search & seizure protocols under Section 42 & 50.

Matrimonial & Protection Reliefs

Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (DV Act)

Statutory guide to Section 12 applications, interim ex-parte protection orders (Sec 18), residence orders (Sec 19), monetary relief & maintenance (Sec 20), and child custody orders.

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