Days after the Karnataka government opposed the implementation of New Criminal Laws-Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister H K Patil said the state would make 23-25 amendments to these laws before being implemented in the state.
The Madras High Court Advocates’ Association (MHCAA) unanimously decided to boycott court proceedings on July 8 to protest three new criminal laws. The resolution emphasized the need for members’ support and cooperation for the protest’s success, citing concerns about the impact on justice and fairness in the legal system.
A police constable at the SP office in Hassan, Karnataka, allegedly attacked and fatally stabbed his wife, Mamatha, when she visited to file a complaint against him. This marks one of the first cases under the newly implemented Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, leading to public outcry and swift police action under BNS Section 103.
Karnataka opposes new criminal laws, plans state-level amendments to address concerns, ignoring recommendations made by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The state aims to postpone enforcement until its suggestions are considered. The new laws replace British-established codes, sparking a broader debate on central versus state power balance in India and the need for adaptable national policies.
The Bar Council of Delhi has urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to postpone implementing three new criminal laws. These laws, aiming to modernize justice delivery and replace British-era legislation, have raised concerns about their potential impact on the justice system, constitutional principles, and human rights. The Council emphasizes the need for thorough review and reconsideration before their enforcement.
The exemption of marital rape under Indian law has sparked scrutiny, as sexual intercourse with a wife over 18 is not classified as rape. This has raised concerns about equality, discrimination, bodily autonomy, and dignity. Despite a split verdict in the Delhi High Court, critics argue that the exemption undermines women’s fundamental rights, prompting calls for reform.
Today(on July 1),Three new criminal laws, namely Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), have replaced British-era statutes to modernize India’s criminal justice system, replacing key legislations like the Indian Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure, and the Indian Evidence Act.
Three new criminal laws, aimed at modernizing the justice system, replace colonial-era laws from today. They introduce provisions like Zero FIR, online police complaints, electronic summons, and mandatory crime scene videography. The Ministry of Home Affairs has initiated various measures for effective implementation, including technological upgrades, capacity building, publicity campaigns, inclusion in curriculum, and review meetings.
The Punjab government will implement three new criminal laws—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA)—from July 1. Extensive training and a trial run on June 29 are part of the preparation. Agencies like police, prosecution, and prisons are being trained to ensure seamless integration. The laws will replace the Indian Penal Code, Criminal Procedure Code, and Indian Evidence Act for new cases.
Today, On 28th June, The West Bengal Bar Council declared July 1 as a ‘black day’ in protest against three new criminal laws. The Calcutta High Court ruled that no one can be forced to observe a strike, contradicting the Bar Council’s decision. The Bar Council of India recognized protests against these laws and called for a productive discussion with the government.