Section 251 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 deals with framing of charge. Under the old law this was Section 228 of the CrPC.
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Section 251 BNSS - Framing of charge
- Act
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 251 - Framing of charge
- Old provision
- Section 228 CrPC
Old law → Section 251 BNSS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 228 CrPC | Modified | The time limit for framing the charge is added as being within a period of sixty days from the date of first hearing. This section also allows charges to be read and explained, to the accused “ present either physically or through audio - video electronic means. ” |
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