Criminal Court Practice and Procedure | Based on the New Criminal Laws

Criminal Court Practice and Procedure (Based on The New Criminal Laws) is a practical and structured guide designed to help readers understand the functioning of criminal courts under India's newly enacted criminal law framework, including the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA). Authored by Manish Kumar Chaubey, Janani Jayarajan, and Sakshi Kanodia, this first edition explains the complete journey of a criminal case, from the commission of an offence to investigation, arrest, cognizance, filing of charge sheet, trial, bail, and final adjudication. With simplified explanations, comparative tables, and diagrammatic presentation, the book serves as an accessible entry point into the new criminal justice system.

Key Features:

• Based entirely on the new criminal laws: BNSS, BNS & BSA.
• Covers the full lifecycle of criminal proceedings in court practice.
• Detailed discussion on investigation procedures and arrest of accused persons.
• Explains the powers of Magistrates to take cognizance and examine complaints.
• Comprehensive treatment of charge, chargesheet, and framing of charges.
• Covers summons trials, summary trials, and regular criminal trials.
• Includes discussion on the rights and privileges of an accused during trial.
• Practical guidance on bail law and procedure.
• Incorporates medical views relevant to the new criminal laws.
• Tabulated comparisons for easy understanding of old and new provisions.
• Diagrammatic explanations to simplify procedural concepts.
• Useful introductory resource for entering criminal court practice under the new regime.

This book serves as a reliable reference for criminal law practitioners, judicial officers, prosecutors, defence lawyers, and law students seeking a clear procedural roadmap under the reformed criminal justice system. It also supports academic study and courtroom practice by offering structured and up-to-date procedural insight.