Section 173 BNSS Archives

When the Intention of the Legislature Overrides the Bare Words of a Statute: A Case Concerning Section 173(3), Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023

by Rajat Tomar*

Can police refuse an FIR for an unsigned email complaint from abroad? Kerala High Court answers

“Section 173 of the BNSS granted statutory recognition to the concept of Zero FIR, which now deals with the registration of FIRs in cognizable cases. Zero FIR has been introduced with the primary purpose of ensuring that victims can file complaints regardless of jurisdiction.”

Case Briefs High Courts

Kerala HC strikes down irregular order, cancels directions to Magistrate on probe into rape allegations against Ponnani police officials

“We are aware of the seriousness of the allegations made by the Petitioners in their complaint, however, this appeal raises broader issues that relate to the exercise of independent jurisdiction by the Magistrate.”