Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Chapter 5
Arrest of Persons
Chapter 5 Overview
This chapter of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita focuses on Arrest of Persons. It contains 28 sections that provide detailed legal provisions, definitions, procedures, and regulations related to this specific area of law.
Each section within this chapter addresses specific aspects of Arrest of Persons, providing clarity on legal requirements, obligations, rights, and procedures. These provisions are designed to ensure proper implementation and understanding of the law in this domain.
Note: Click on any section below to read its complete text and detailed description. All content is available in multiple languages for your convenience. For specific legal advice, please consult a qualified legal professional.
Section 35
When police may arrest without a warrant.
Section 36
Procedure of arrest and duties of the officer making the arrest.
Section 37
Designated police officer
Section 38
Right of arrested person to meet an advocate of their choice during interrogation.
Section 39
Arrest on refusal to give name and residence.
Section 40
Arrest by private person and procedure on such arrest.
Section 41
Arrest by Magistrate.
Section 42
Protection of members of Armed Forces from arrest.
Section 43
Arrest — how it is made.
Section 44
Search of place entered by person sought to be arrested.
Section 45
Pursuit of offenders into other jurisdictions.
Section 46
No unnecessary restraint during arrest.
Section 47
Person arrested to be informed of grounds of arrest and right to bail.
Section 48
Obligation of person making arrest to inform a relative or friend about the arrest.
Section 49
Search of arrested person.
Section 50
Power to seize offensive weapons.
Section 51
Examination of accused by medical practitioner at the request of a police officer.
Section 52
Examination of person accused of rape by a medical practitioner.
Section 53
Examination of arrested person by a medical officer.
Section 54
Identification of person arrested.
Section 55
Procedure when police officer deputes subordinate to arrest without warrant.
Section 56
Health and safety of arrested person.
Section 57
Person arrested to be taken before Magistrate or officer in charge of police station.
Section 58
Person arrested not to be detained for more than twenty-four hours.
Section 59
Police to report apprehensions.
Section 60
Discharge of person apprehended.
Section 61
Power to pursue and retake person in case of escape.
Section 62
Arrest to be made strictly according to Sanhita.