BCI Urges Legal Fraternity to Hold Fire on New Criminal Justice Laws
The Bar Council of India has urged all bar associations to avoid immediate protests regarding new criminal justice laws, including the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Act, amid widespread opposition. BCI will discuss concerns with the Union Government and seek amendments if necessary.
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The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Wednesday urged all bar associations to refrain from immediate protests regarding the newly enacted criminal justice laws.
The laws, namely Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Act, are set to overhaul the country's criminal justice system starting July 1.
BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra acknowledged the backlash from various bar associations and state bar councils, which consider the new laws more draconian than those from the colonial era and potentially harmful to citizens' fundamental rights. The BCI plans to address these concerns through discussions with the Union Government, including key ministers.
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