3-DAY BOOTCAMP ON THE NEW CRIMINAL LAWS: BHARATIYA NYAY SANHITA (BNS), BHARATIYA NAGRIK SURAKSHA SANHITA (BNSS), AND BHARATIYA SAKSHYA ADHINIYAM (BSA)

ABOUT THE BOOTCAMP

  • Date: Starting December 13th, 2024
  • Platform: Live sessions with recordings via Personalised LMS Dashboard.
  • Registration Fee: ₹499/-

Are you looking to understand India’s newly enacted criminal laws, analyze them in-depth, and develop practical skills for their application in legal practice? Join LawFoyer’s 3-Day Bootcamp on New Criminal Laws and gain detailed insights into Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam with comparisons to the Indian Penal Code, Criminal Procedure Code, and the Indian Evidence Act. This bootcamp will be held live with access to recordings and additional resources.

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BootCamp COMMENCING IN

Boot Camp Duration

3 Days

Boot Camp Starts from

13th December (Live)

Recordings Validity

2 Years

Boot Camp Fee

₹ 499/-

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BONUS WORKSHOP & GIVEAWAYS

  • Bonus Workshop on Supercharge your Litigation and Academics with AI.
  • Bonus Workshop on Acing Moot Courts and Trial Advocacy Competitions.
  • Giveaway of FREE E-Books on BNS, BSA & BNSS & 2000+ Legal Drafts.
  • Discounted Publication Opportunity with LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research (LIJDLR).
  • Internship Opportunity with LawFoyer for learning Legal Research, Writing, Drafting, & Using AI in Practical Legal Work.

WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?

  • Law students, legal professionals, and law enforcement officers seeking comprehensive knowledge of the new criminal laws.
  • Legal practitioners interested in gaining a practical understanding of BNS, BNSS, and BSA for effective legal application.
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BOOTCAMP CURRICULUM

DAY 1: BHARATIYA NYAY SANHITA (BNS) – COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS WITH INDIAN PENAL CODE (IPC)

Overview and Structure

  • Introduction to BNS: Objectives and the shift from IPC to BNS, emphasizing justice-oriented reforms.
  • Comparative structure: Number of chapters and sections in BNS vs. IPC.
  • Reorganized chapters with a focus on consolidating offenses against women, children, and bodily harm.

Major Changes and New Sections

  1. Consolidated and Enhanced Protections for Vulnerable Groups
    • Offenses Against Women and Children: Reorganized in Chapter V, ensuring all related offenses (e.g., rape, harassment, trafficking) are consolidated.
    • Gender-Neutral Offenses: Changes in definitions making certain offenses gender-neutral:
      • Voyeurism (Section 77) applicable to all genders.
      • Assault with intent to disrobe (Section 76), broadened to cover men, women, and transgender persons.
  1. Newly Introduced Offenses
    • Mob Lynching (Section 304): Explanation and applicability; legal consequences.
    • Organized Crime (Section 111): Definition and scope, covering crimes like kidnapping, cybercrime, drug trafficking, etc.
    • Terrorist Act (Section 113): Detailed analysis and comparison with UAPA provisions.
    • Sexual Intercourse by Deception (Section 69): Explanation covering deceit through false promises of marriage, concealment of identity, or job promises.
    • Abetment by a Person Outside India (Section 48): Implications for criminal liability when abetment occurs abroad.
  1. Amended Definitions and Enhanced Penalties
    • Definitions redefined in BNS (e.g., “child,” “transgender,” “movable property”).
    • Enhanced Penalties:
      • Gang Rape on a Minor (Section 70(2)): Minimum life imprisonment till the natural life of the convict.
      • Permanent Disability or Persistent Vegetative State (Section 117): Increased punishment for grievous hurt resulting in long-term disabilities.
      • Second Conviction Penalty (Section 303(2)): Higher punishment for repeat offenders in theft, with first-time offenders allowed community service if the value of stolen goods is under Rs. 5000.
  1. Key Deletions from IPC
    • Removed provisions like Adultery (Section 497), Sedition (Section 124A), and Attempt to Commit Suicide (Section 309).
  1. Comparative Analysis through Case Studies
    • Real-world examples illustrating the application of BNS vs. IPC.
    • Group activity: Drafting a charge sheet for a hypothetical case of organized crime.
  1. Interactive Session: Implementation Challenges
    • Discussion on challenges faced by law enforcement and the judiciary in implementing BNS.
    • Open Q&A to address participant queries on transitional issues.
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DAY 2: BHARATIYA NAGRIK SURAKSHA SANHITA (BNSS) – COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS WITH CRIMINAL PROCEDURE CODE (CRPC)

Overview and Structure of BNSS

  • BNSS: Objectives, including efficiency, digitalization, and safeguarding the rights of accused persons.
  • Structural comparison with CrPC, focusing on simplification and reorganization.

Key Procedural Changes and Reforms

  1. Arrest and Detention Provisions
    • Arrest Without Warrant (Section 35): Specific guidelines on conditions for police to arrest without a warrant.
    • Right to Legal Representation (Section 38): Provision allowing the accused to meet their advocate during interrogation.
    • Protection of Arrested Persons (Sections 42-49): Rights to humane treatment, timely medical examination, and limitations on detention without judicial authorization.
  1. Investigation and Evidence Collection
    • Electronic FIRs and Digital Documentation (Section 173): Requirements and procedures for filing FIRs electronically.
    • Digital Recording of Evidence (Section 105): Mandate for audio-visual recording during search, seizure, and collection of witness statements.
    • Police Duties During Investigation (Section 177): Detailed steps for police to follow in collecting and preserving evidence.
  1. Victim-Centric Provisions
    • Victim Compensation Scheme (Section 396): Explanation of guidelines for immediate compensation to victims.
    • Witness Protection (Section 398): Provisions detailing measures for high-risk witnesses, with scope for police protection.
    • Rights and Protections for Victims of Rape (Section 184): Guidelines for the medical examination of rape victims, ensuring dignity and privacy.
  1. Court Procedures and Trial Provisions
    • In-absentia Trials (Section 356): Process and prerequisites for conducting trials of absconding offenders.
    • Summary Trials (Section 283): Rules for expedited trials in minor offenses to reduce case backlog.
    • Plea Bargaining (Chapter XXIII): Detailed guidelines for plea bargaining, including application procedures and satisfaction reports.
  1. Technological Integration in Criminal Proceedings
    • Electronic Presentation of Evidence (Section 530): Provisions mandating electronic presentation where feasible.
    • Digital Attendance of Witnesses (Section 319): Guidelines allowing remote witness examination and cross-examination through video conferencing.
  1. Interactive Session: Implementation Challenges
    • Discussion on challenges faced by law enforcement and the judiciary in implementing BNSS.
    • Open Q&A to address participant queries on transitional issues.
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DAY 3: BHARATIYA SAKSHYA ADHINIYAM (BSA) – COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS WITH INDIAN EVIDENCE ACT

Overview and Structure of BSA

  • Introduction to BSA: Objectives of updating evidence laws, relevance in digital and cyber contexts.
  • Structural comparison with the Indian Evidence Act and its alignment with digital advancements.

Detailed Examination of Key Evidence-Related Reforms

  1. Relevance and Admissibility of Evidence
    • Relevancy of Facts (Section 3): Explanation on what facts qualify as relevant and admissible.
    • Confessions and Admissions (Sections 22-25): Restrictions on police-induced confessions and protections for individuals from coercive practices.
  1. Digital and Electronic Evidence Handling
    • Electronic Records as Documentary Evidence (Section 62): Steps for validating, authenticating, and preserving electronic records.
    • Electronic Agreements and Contracts (Sections 85-90): Legal presumptions regarding electronic contracts, authentication, and admissibility.
    • Chain of Custody Requirements (Section 93): Guidelines on how electronic evidence should be handled from collection to courtroom presentation.
  1. Witness Examination and Protection Measures
    • Witness Competency (Section 140): Specific criteria for witness competence in sensitive cases.
    • Witness Protection Guidelines (Section 398): Measures and restrictions for cases involving witness safety risks.
    • Cross-Examination Protections (Section 48): Prohibition on irrelevant questions related to sexual history in rape cases, safeguarding witness dignity.
  1. Burden of Proof and Legal Presumptions
    • Burden of Proof in Sensitive Cases (Sections 118-120): Presumptions in dowry death, cybercrime, and sexual assault, prioritizing victim protection.
    • General and Special Presumptions (Sections 90-92): Distinctions between general assumptions and cases where presumption of guilt may apply, particularly in cases involving minors and family violence.
  1. Documentary and Oral Evidence Requirements
    • Primary vs. Secondary Evidence (Sections 57-59): Clarification on requirements for each type of evidence, covering scenarios where secondary evidence is admissible.
    • Oral Evidence and Directness (Section 55): Guidelines ensuring that oral evidence is direct and pertains only to observed facts.
  1. Interactive Session: Implementation Challenges
    • Discussion on challenges faced by law enforcement and the judiciary in implementing BNS.
    • Open Q&A to address participant queries on transitional issues.
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What Will You Learn?

  • In-depth understanding of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam.
  • Step-by-step comparison with IPC, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act.
  • Practical skills in drafting, filing, and presenting cases under the new laws.
  • Knowledge of victim-centric provisions, witness protection, and digital evidence handling.
  • Hands-on skills for leveraging digital tools and evidence management techniques in legal practice.

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