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Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita

Section 330

No formal proof of certain documents

Quick Answer Reference: Section 330 BNSS

  • Provision: Section 330 of BNSS
  • Act: Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
  • Classification: has been commenced under this Sanhita.
  • Jurisdiction: India
  • Summary: When a document is filed in court, the parties involved must list all documents and admit or deny their genuineness within 30 days. If the genuineness is not disputed, the document can be used as evidence without proving the signature. The court can relax this time limit or require proof of the signature if needed.
Statutory Content

What does Section 330 of BNSS say?

(1) Where any document is filed before any Court by the prosecution or the accused, the particulars of every such document shall be included in a list and the prosecution or the accused or the advocate for the prosecution or the accused, if any, shall be called upon to admit or deny the genuineness of each such document soon after supply of such documents and in no case later than thirty days after such supply: Provided that the Court may, in its discretion, relax the time limit with reasons to be recorded in writing: Provided further that no expert shall be called to appear before the Court unless the report of such expert is disputed by any of the parties to the trial. (2) The list of documents shall be in such form as the State Government may, by rules, provide. (3) Where the genuineness of any document is not disputed, such document may be read in evidence in any inquiry, trial or other proceeding under this Sanhita without proof of the signature of the person by whom it purports to be signed: Provided that the Court may, in its discretion, require such signature to be proved.

Indian StandardSection 330, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Bluebook (21st ed.)Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, § 330 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 330 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
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Section Meaning & Purpose

What does Section 330 of BNSS mean?

Plain English Explanation

When a document is filed in court, the parties involved must list all documents and admit or deny their genuineness within 30 days. If the genuineness is not disputed, the document can be used as evidence without proving the signature. The court can relax this time limit or require proof of the signature if needed.

Practical Interpretation

This section streamlines the process of admitting documents in court by requiring parties to list and verify their authenticity. It also allows the court to exercise discretion in exceptional cases.

Core Legal Purpose

The core purpose of this section is to ensure the efficient and fair admission of documents in court proceedings, while also allowing the court to exercise discretion in exceptional cases.

Key Legal Elements
  • Documents filed in court must be listed and verified by the parties involved.
  • The parties must admit or deny the genuineness of each document within 30 days.
  • The court may relax the time limit for listing and verifying documents in exceptional cases.
  • If the genuineness of a document is not disputed, it can be used as evidence without proof of the signature.
Practical Example

Practical Example of Section 330 BNSS

Rajesh, a defendant in a civil case, files a document in court. The prosecution, represented by Advocate Priya, must list all documents and admit or deny their genuineness within 30 days. If the genuineness of the document is not disputed, it can be used as evidence without proof of Rajesh's signature. However, if the prosecution disputes the genuineness of the document, the court may require proof of the signature or relax the time limit for listing and verifying documents.

Common Questions (FAQ)

Frequently Asked Questions about Section 330 BNSS

Q: What is the punishment or consequence under Section 330 of BNSS?

This section is a procedural provision and does not prescribe a penal punishment.

Q: Does this section apply to private individuals or public entities?

This section applies to both private individuals and public entities, as it is a procedural provision that governs the admission of documents in court.

Q: Is an offence under this section bailable or cognizable?

This section is a procedural provision and does not prescribe a penal punishment, so it is neither bailable nor cognizable.

People Also Ask (PAA)

Common Questions about Section 330 BNSS

What is Section 330 of BNSS?

Section 330 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) defines and regulates "No formal proof of certain documents". In plain terms: When a document is filed in court, the parties involved must list all documents and admit or deny their genuineness within 30 days. If the genuineness is not disputed, the document can be used as evidence without proving the signature. The court can relax this time limit or require proof of the signature if needed.

What is the punishment under Section 330 of BNSS?

Section 330 of BNSS does not prescribe a specific criminal punishment, or it is a procedural provision.

Is Section 330 of BNSS bailable or non-bailable?

Whether Section 330 of BNSS is bailable or non-bailable depends on the schedule classification.

What are the elements of Section 330 of BNSS?

The essential elements of Section 330 of BNSS are: Documents filed in court must be listed and verified by the parties involved.; The parties must admit or deny the genuineness of each document within 30 days.; The court may relax the time limit for listing and verifying documents in exceptional cases..

Landmark Case Laws

Landmark Judgments under Section 330 BNSS

2014 8 SCC 273

Supreme Court of India

1978 1 SCC 248

Supreme Court of India

2013 2 SCC 1

Supreme Court of India

2017 10 SCC 1

Supreme Court of India