CrPC Section 407 = BNSS Section 447
Power of High Court to Transfer Cases
उच्च न्यायालय की मामले अंतरित करने की शक्ति
Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | CrPC (Old) | BNSS (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 407 | Section 447 |
| Title | Power of High Court to Transfer Cases | Power of High Court to Transfer Cases |
| Punishment | N/A (Procedural) | N/A (Procedural) |
| 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 407 to BNSS 447
- BNSS modernizes the procedural framework with updated terminology and structure
- Substantive provisions remain largely the same with minor procedural refinements
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BNSS equivalent of CrPC Section 407?
CrPC Section 407 (Power of High Court to Transfer Cases) is now BNSS Section 447 under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has CrPC Section 407 changed under BNSS?
The core provision remains substantially the same under BNSS Section 447. The BNSS reorganizes the procedural code with updated language and some procedural refinements.
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