BNSS- Specific timelines for investigation and trial
1) Audio-Video recording of search-BNSS mandates audio-video recording of search and seizure- during investigation.
2) Attachment of Property during investigation
3) In-absentia trial of Proclaimed offender-BNSS provides for in-absentia trial of proclaimed offenders.
A). Registration of FIR irrespective of jurisdiction [Sec. 173 (1) BNSS]FIR can be registered at any Police station irrespective of the area, where the offence is committed.
2). FIR through electronic means [Sec.173 (1) (ii) BNSS] – FIR can be registered through electronic means (E-FIR). However the same has to be signed by the informant within 3 days.
3). Conditions for conducting Preliminary enquiry [Sec.173 (3) BNSS]In offences punishable with imprisonment between 3 to 7 years, the Officer in-charge of the police station-with the permission of Deputy Superintendent of Police to ascertain whether there is any prima facie case, for proceeding in the matter.
-Such preliminary enquiry must be completed in 14 days.
Forwarding Daily Diary Reports to Magistrate once in 14 days [Sec. 174 BNSS]
Officer in charge shall forward the daily diary reports of information regarding non- cognizable cases once in 14 days to the Magistrate.
