Delhi High Court lauds new criminal law for emphasis on use of technology

The Delhi High Court praised the new Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) for its emphasis on technology in criminal law. Justice Amit Mahajan highlighted that the BNSS mandates videography and photography during search and seizure, promoting transparency and accountability. The law allows the use of mobile phone cameras to record proceedings, enhancing the fairness of investigations. This was noted during a bail hearing where the police failed to provide independent witnesses or recordings during a drug seizure, leading to the accused's bail grant.