CrPC Section 439 = BNSS Section 483
Special Powers of High Court or Court of Session Regarding Bail
जमानत के बारे में उच्च न्यायालय या सत्र न्यायालय की विशेष शक्तियाँ
Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | CrPC (Old) | BNSS (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 439 | Section 483 |
| Title | Special Powers of High Court or Court of Session Regarding Bail | Special Powers of High Court or Court of Session Regarding Bail |
| 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 439 to BNSS 483
- 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 439?
CrPC Section 439 (Special Powers of High Court or Court of Session Regarding Bail) is now BNSS Section 483 under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has CrPC Section 439 changed under BNSS?
The core provision remains substantially the same under BNSS Section 483. The BNSS reorganizes the procedural code with updated language and some procedural refinements.
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