CrPC Section 207 = BNSS Section 230

Supply of Copies to Accused

अभियुक्त को प्रतियाँ देना

Cognizance & Complaint Punishment Changed Cognizable Bailable Updated: 2026-02-28

Overview

Section 207 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) dealt with supply of copies to accused. Under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023, this provision is now covered under Section 230. The BNSS reorganizes and modernizes the procedural framework while largely retaining the substantive provisions.

Hindi दण्ड प्रक्रिया संहिता (CrPC) की धारा 207 अभियुक्त को प्रतियाँ देना से संबंधित थी। भारतीय नागरिक सुरक्षा संहिता (BNSS) 2023 के तहत, यह प्रावधान अब धारा 230 में शामिल है।

Side-by-Side Comparison

Aspect CrPC (Old) BNSS (New)
Section Number Section 207 Section 230
Title Supply of Copies to Accused Supply of Copies to Accused
Punishment N/A (Procedural) N/A (Procedural)
Changed
Cognizable Yes — Police can arrest without warrant
Bailable Yes — Bail is a matter of right
Compoundable No — Cannot be compounded/settled
Triable By Magistrate / Court of Session

Key Changes

  • Section number changed from CrPC 207 to BNSS 230
  • BNSS modernizes the procedural framework with updated terminology and structure
  • Notable changes introduced in scope or procedure under the new law

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BNSS equivalent of CrPC Section 207?

CrPC Section 207 (Supply of Copies to Accused) is now BNSS Section 230 under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.

Has CrPC Section 207 changed under BNSS?

The core provision remains substantially the same under BNSS Section 230. The BNSS reorganizes the procedural code with updated language and some procedural refinements.

Legal Disclaimer

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