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CrPC 37 in BNSS: Section 31

Public when to assist Magistrates and police

CrPC

37

BNSS

31

Under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 37 dealt with "Public when to assist Magistrates and police". Since 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 31 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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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 37?
CrPC Section 37 (Public when to assist Magistrates and police) corresponds to Section 31 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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