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Structure of BNSS 2023
2.1 Chapter Organisation (37 Chapters)
| Chapter | Subject | Key Sections |
|---|---|---|
| I | Preliminary — definitions | S.1–5 |
| II | Constitution of criminal courts and offices | S.6–25 |
| III | Power of courts | S.26–30 |
| IV | Powers of superior officers of police | S.31–36 |
| V | Arrest of persons | S.35–52 |
| VI | Processes to compel appearance | S.62–99 |
| VII | Processes to compel production of documents | S.100–112 |
| VIII | Security for keeping peace | S.113–132 |
| IX | Unlawful assemblies | S.133–145 |
| X | Public nuisances | S.146–153 |
| XI | Preventive action of police | S.154–165 |
| XII | Information to police and investigation | S.166–195 |
| XIII | Complaints to magistrates | S.196–218 |
| XIV | Conditions for bail and bail bonds | S.478–497 |
| XV–XXIV | Inquiry and trial procedures | — |
| XXV | Plea bargaining | — |
| XXVI–XXXVII | Appeals, references, revisions | — |