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CrPC 35 in BNSS: Section 29

Powers of Judges and Magistrates exercisable by successors-in-office

CrPC

35

BNSS

29

Under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 35 dealt with "Powers of Judges and Magistrates exercisable by successors-in-office". Since 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 29 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. This is the official correspondence — always confirm against the bare Act for the exact current text.

This page gives the official section-number correspondence only. Check the bare Act or ask a lawyer before relying on the exact text or procedural implications.

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Official source

Source: NCRB Sankalan Portal — official CrPC/BNSS Section Table. Verified on 2026-07-20. Reference only — not legal advice. Confirm against the official Gazette notification and the bare Act before relying on this mapping in any filing.

Frequently asked

What is the BNSS equivalent of CrPC Section 35?
CrPC Section 35 (Powers of Judges and Magistrates exercisable by successors-in-office) corresponds to Section 29 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, per the official comparative table.
When did this change come into force?
The replacement came into force on 1 July 2024. Matters registered before that date continue under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.

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