Introduction In a criminal justice system, preventive justice is as important as punitive justice. The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, which replaces the old […]
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How are complaints to magistrates handled, and what is the process to compel appearance?
Introduction The criminal justice process in India begins not just with police reports, but also with private complaints filed directly before a Magistrate. This procedure […]
17. How do magistrates take cognizance of offences, and what are irregular Proceedings?
Introduction The criminal justice system begins when a Magistrate takes cognizance of an offence — a vital procedural step that marks the beginning of judicial […]