The Centre has trained over 600,000 officials for the July 1 implementation of new criminal laws BNS, BNSS, and BSA. The laws introduce 20 new crimes, increase imprisonment for 33 offenses, and emphasize electronic reporting, victim rights, and gender sensitivity. This aims to reform India’s criminal justice system and streamline legal procedures.
Delhi’s judicial system is anticipating significant changes with the implementation of new criminal laws from July 1. The laws will introduce 60-day custody limits, remote trials, and innovative sentencing like community service. Legal professionals are undergoing extensive training to familiarize themselves with the new legal framework, ensuring a smooth transition.
India’s Ministry of Law and Justice faces challenges in implementing new criminal laws and integrating advanced technology. These laws aim to modernize the criminal justice system and improve efficiency. The Ministry is incorporating AI into legal processes and emphasizing the importance of adapting to technological advancements within the legal profession. The new laws also prioritize timely criminal trials and digital proceedings, reflecting the nation’s commitment to modernizing its legal framework.
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India is poised to undertake a landmark revision by amending three laws from the colonial era: the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), and the Indian Evidence Act. The Central Government has issued a notification stating that three recently enacted criminal laws will come into force on July 1st, 2024.
Today, On 29th May, The Kerala High Court examined a PIL challenging the use of Hindi names for new criminal laws, questioning if Parliament-mandated laws must be named in English. Article 348 of the Indian Constitution is under scrutiny, with advocate PV Jeevesh arguing that this naming violates constitutional provisions. The next hearing is scheduled for July 26.
Vice-President Dhankhar emphasized urgent reforms in India’s arbitration system, agreeing with criticism from Chief Justice Chandrachud. He urged for institutional strength in driving systemic changes and envisioned India as a global arbitration hub. Additionally, he highlighted new criminal laws moving away from colonial past and stressed on the underutilization of legal expertise in the Rajya Sabha.
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Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud Today (April 20th) emphasized the necessity of equipping courts with sufficient material resources to achieve the objective of expeditious trials under the updated criminal codes. He expressed his view that the new legislations represented a pivotal moment in India’s narrative, symbolizing its evolution into a modern era of criminal justice management.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) announced a pivotal initiative on Wednesday (21 Feb) to help legal practitioners adapt to new criminal codes. This includes a time-bound plan to implement new laws, replacing outdated ones from the 19th century. The BCI aims to support practitioners with comprehensive training and upskilling programs for a smooth transition.