(1) Any offence of dacoity, or of dacoity with murder, of belonging to a gang of dacoits, or of escaping from custody, may be inquired into or tried by a Court within whose local jurisdiction the offence was committed or the accused person is found. (2) Any offence of kidnapping or abduction of a person may be inquired into or tried by a Court within whose local jurisdiction the person was kidnapped or abducted or was conveyed or concealed or detained. (3) Any offence of theft, extortion or robbery may be inquired into or tried by a Court within whose local jurisdiction the offence was committed or the stolen property which isthe subject of the offence was possessed by any person committing it or by any person who received or retained such property knowing or having reason to believe it to be stolen property. (4) Any offence of criminal misappropriation or of criminal breach of trust may be inquired into or tried by a Court within whose local jurisdiction the offence was committed or any part of the property which is the subject of the offence was received or retained, or was required to be returned or accounted for, by the accused person. (5) Any offence which includes the possession of stolen property may be inquired into or tried by a Court within whose local jurisdiction the offence was committed or the stolen property was possessed by any person who received or retained it knowing or having reason to believe it to be stolen property.
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Section 201
Place of trial in case of certain offences
⚡ Quick Answer Reference: Section 201 BNSS
- Provision: Section 201 of BNSS
- Act: Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
- Classification: JURISDICTION OF THE CRIMINAL COURTS IN INQUIRIES AND TRIALS
- Jurisdiction: India
- Summary: This section explains where a trial can take place for certain crimes. It says that the trial can happen in the court where the crime was committed or where the person accused is found. The section lists different types of crimes and where the trial can take place for each one.
What does Section 201 of BNSS say?
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What does Section 201 of BNSS mean?
Plain English Explanation
This section explains where a trial can take place for certain crimes. It says that the trial can happen in the court where the crime was committed or where the person accused is found. The section lists different types of crimes and where the trial can take place for each one.
Practical Interpretation
In practical terms, this section means that the place of trial for certain crimes is not limited to where the crime was committed. It can also be in the court where the accused person is found. This can be useful in cases where the accused person has fled the scene or is hiding in a different location.
Core Legal Purpose
The core purpose of this section is to provide flexibility in the place of trial for certain crimes. It aims to ensure that the accused person is brought to justice, regardless of where the crime was committed.
- •The type of crime committed (e.g. dacoity, kidnapping, theft)
- •The location where the crime was committed or where the accused person is found
- •The court's local jurisdiction
- •The accused person's presence or absence in the court's jurisdiction
Practical Example of Section 201 BNSS
Rajesh is accused of theft in a small town in Maharashtra. However, he has fled to a different town in Gujarat. According to Section 201 of BNSS, the trial can take place in the court of the town where Rajesh is found, even if the theft occurred in a different town. This means that the trial can take place in Gujarat, rather than Maharashtra where the crime was committed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Section 201 BNSS
Q: What is the punishment or consequence under Section 201 of BNSS?
This section is a procedural provision and does not prescribe a penal punishment. The punishment for the crimes listed in this section will be determined by other provisions of the BNSS or other applicable laws.
Q: Does this section apply to private individuals or public entities?
This section applies to both private individuals and public entities, as it does not specify any exceptions or limitations based on the status of the accused person.
Q: Is an offence under this section bailable or cognizable?
This section does not specify whether the offence is bailable or cognizable. The classification of the offence will depend on other provisions of the BNSS or other applicable laws.
Common Questions about Section 201 BNSS
What is Section 201 of BNSS?
Section 201 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) defines and regulates "Place of trial in case of certain offences". In plain terms: This section explains where a trial can take place for certain crimes. It says that the trial can happen in the court where the crime was committed or where the person accused is found. The section lists different types of crimes and where the trial can take place for each one.
What is the punishment under Section 201 of BNSS?
Section 201 of BNSS does not prescribe a specific criminal punishment, or it is a procedural provision.
Is Section 201 of BNSS bailable or non-bailable?
Whether Section 201 of BNSS is bailable or non-bailable depends on the schedule classification.
What are the elements of Section 201 of BNSS?
The essential elements of Section 201 of BNSS are: The type of crime committed (e.g. dacoity, kidnapping, theft); The location where the crime was committed or where the accused person is found; The court's local jurisdiction.
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