Amid Conflicting Opinions, Punjab & Haryana High Court Clarifies Whether All Criminal Pleas Filed After 1st July 2024 Will Be Governed By BNSS

The Punjab and Haryana High Court addressed the applicability of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNSS) to criminal pleas filed after July 1, 2024. The court is determining the transitional provisions and the extent to which BNSS will govern existing and new criminal cases. The court is examining the legislative intent and practical implications of the new code. This decision will clarify the procedural framework for criminal matters in the region. The court is focusing on a smooth transition.