Criminal Trial with Cross References to New Criminal Laws (BNS, BNSS & BSA) | Comprehensive Guide to Criminal Court Practice and Procedure

Criminal Trial by Ramachandran is a comprehensive and authoritative work on criminal trial procedures under Indian criminal law. The book systematically explains the complete lifecycle of a criminal trial, beginning from the initiation of proceedings and registration of FIRs to framing of charges, conduct of trials, and delivery of judgments. With detailed cross-references to new criminal laws, the text bridges traditional procedural principles with recent legislative developments, making it a reliable guide for understanding both theory and practice of criminal trials in India.

Key Features

• Detailed chapter-wise treatment of criminal trial procedures before Magistrates and Sessions Courts
• In-depth explanation of FIR, complaints, jurisdiction, remand, and powers of criminal courts
• Separate coverage of summons cases, warrant cases, summary trials, and sessions trials
• Clear discussion on evidence, charges, judgments, and sentencing procedures
• Special focus on public order, maintenance proceedings, and accused persons of unsound mind
• Cross-references to new criminal laws for updated legal understanding

This book is specifically designed for law students, judicial service aspirants, advocates, prosecutors, and academicians who require a thorough and practical understanding of criminal trial procedures in India. It is equally useful for practicing lawyers dealing with criminal litigation, as well as for judges and legal researchers seeking a structured reference on procedural aspects of criminal law with contemporary legislative relevance.

1. Introduction

2. Commencement of Proceedings before Magistrates

3. Complaints to Magistrates

4. Conditions Requisite for Initiation of Proceedings

5. Constitution of Criminal Courts and Offices

6. Evidence in Inquiries and Trials

7. First Information Report

8. General Provisions as to Inquiries and Trials

9. Jurisdiction of the Criminal Courts in Inquiries and Trials

10. Maintenance of Public Order and Tranquillity

11. Order for Maintenance of Wives, Children and Parents

12. Power of Courts

13. Provisions as to Accused Persons of Unsound Mind

14. Provisions as to Offences Affecting the Administration of Justice

15. Public Prosecutors

16. Remand

17. Security for Keeping the Peace and for Good Behaviour

18. Submission of Death Sentences for Confirmation

19. Summary Trials

20. The Charge

21. The Judgment

22. Trial before a Court of Session

23. Trial of Summons Cases by Magistrates

24. Trial of Warrant Cases by Magistrates