Legal Updates
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How to Read a Chargesheet: A Plain-Language Guide
A chargesheet is the police report under Section 193 BNSS. Read it for allegations, witnesses, statements…
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Arrest Memo, Search Panchnama and Seizure Memo: Why Paperwork Matters
The arrest memo, search panchnama and seizure memo fix who, when and what. Gaps or inconsistencies…
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Call Detail Records (CDR) in Criminal Cases: How Are They Used?
Police obtain call detail records from telecom companies under Section 94 BNSS. CDRs need a Section…
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Passport Seized by Police or a Look Out Circular Issued: What Now?
Police may seize a passport during investigation but cannot impound or keep it indefinitely. You can…
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Opposing Police Custody Remand: What Does the Court Look At?
A Magistrate grants police custody only where it is truly needed. Missing written grounds, no need…
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Received a Section 35 BNSS Notice? A Checklist Before You Appear
A Section 35 BNSS notice asks you to appear before police, not arrest. Comply, reply in…
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Bail at the Police Station: When Must Police Release You on Bail?
In a bailable offence you have a right to bail, and the police officer in charge…
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Afraid of Being Arrested? Steps to Take Before the Police Act
If you fear arrest, assess the FIR, consider anticipatory bail under BNSS 482, comply with police…
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Held in Custody Beyond 24 Hours? Production, Remand and Default Bail
Police must produce an arrested person before a Magistrate within 24 hours. Further custody needs a…
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Named in an FIR, or Expect to Be? Practical Steps Before and After
If you are named in an FIR or expect one, read it, keep your documents safe,…
