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CrPC 355 in BNSS: Section Deleted

Metropolitan Magistrate's judgment

CrPC

355

BNSS

Deleted

Under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 355 dealt with "Metropolitan Magistrate's judgment". Since 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section Deleted 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.

What actually changed from CrPC to BNSS — full guide

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 355?
CrPC Section 355 (Metropolitan Magistrate's judgment) corresponds to Section Deleted 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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