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BAR COUNCIL ASKS BAR ASSOCIATIONS TO REFRAIN FROM PROTEST AGAINST NEW CRIMINAL LAWS

by | Jun 27, 2024

Introduction

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has urged all bar associations to refrain from immediate protests against the three new criminal justice laws coming into effect on July 1.

Background

BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra has called for bar associations and senior lawyers to submit specific provisions they find unconstitutional or detrimental. The new laws – Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Act – aim to overhaul India’s criminal justice system. Multiple bar associations have expressed concerns that these laws violate fundamental rights and natural justice principles.

Key Points

  • BCI Statement: Urges bar associations to avoid immediate protests.
  • New Laws: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Bharatiya Sakshya Act.
  • Concerns: Laws perceived as draconian and anti-people.
  • Proposed Actions: BCI to seek specific suggestions, form a committee for amendments, and engage with the central government.
  • Government Stance: Willing to amend laws based on valid suggestions.

Legal Provisions 

Law
Description
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Comprehensive criminal code replacing IPC, focusing on modernization and simplification of criminal laws.
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita Focuses on citizen safety and security, replacing the CrPC with updated procedural guidelines.
Bharatiya Sakshya Act Overhauls the Evidence Act, introducing new standards and procedures for admissibility of evidence.

Impact

The new laws aim to modernize and simplify India’s criminal justice system but have been met with resistance from legal bodies due to concerns about potential violations of fundamental rights.

Conclusion

The BCI is addressing the concerns raised by bar associations and assures the legal fraternity that there is no immediate need for protests. They encourage constructive dialogue with the government to propose necessary amendments to the new laws.

 

SOURCE – INDIA TODAY

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