Today (June 28th), Senior Advocate & Member of Parliament P Wilson met with Hon’ble Union Minister of State (I/C) for Law & Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs, Government of India- Arjun Ram Meghwal at Parliament and presented a representation to stop the implementation of New Criminal Laws.
Indian Railways has launched the Sangyaan App, offering detailed information on new criminal laws set to come into effect from July 1. The app, developed by the Railway Protection Force, includes features like comprehensive legal access, comparison of laws, section-wise analysis, and advanced search tools, aiming to empower RPF personnel with essential legal information.
![[BNS BNSS BSA] Murder Will be Punishable Under Section 101 Not 302 | Know More About New IPC](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/SFBHN.jpg?resize=447%2C339&ssl=1)
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.
The Supreme Court Today (May 17th) sought the Centre’s stand on a petition challenging the marital rape exception under the new criminal laws. A bench headed by CJI D Y Chandrachud issued notice on the petition by the All India Democratic Women’s Association (AIDWA) and said it would be listed for hearing in July along with other petitions seeking to criminalise marital rape.
![[Breaking] CJI Merges Registrar's Courts for Better Case Management](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/asafscas.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
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 government has declared the implementation of three new criminal statutes from July 1, replacing colonial-era laws. These laws aim to prioritize “Indianness,” the Indian Constitution, and people’s well-being. However, there’s a temporary hold on a provision related to negligent driving due to public protests. The laws aim to advance the Indian criminal justice system globally.
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.
Justice N. Anand Venkatesh of Madras High Court, expressing his unfamiliarity with Hindi, intends to maintain the original English names for key legal codes, despite their replacement with new laws in Hindi. This decision, amid discussions on legal matters, reflects the complexity of India’s legal system and highlights the importance of clarity and accessibility in court proceedings.
India recently replaced colonial-era criminal legislation with three new laws: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. These laws have sparked debate due to concerns about their impact on civil liberties and the justice system. Critics worry about potential abuses of power and threats to privacy and free speech. Despite aiming to modernize the legal framework, the laws face legal challenges and intense scrutiny.