CrPC → BNSS
CrPC 156 in BNSS: Section 175
Police officer's power to investigate cognizable case
CrPC
156
BNSS
175
Under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 156 dealt with "Police officer's power to investigate cognizable case". Since 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 175 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. This is the official correspondence — always confirm against the bare Act for the exact current text.
This page gives the official section-number correspondence only. Check the bare Act or ask a lawyer before relying on the exact text or procedural implications.
Official source
Source: NCRB Sankalan Portal — official CrPC/BNSS Section Table. Verified on 2026-07-20. Reference only — not legal advice. Confirm against the official Gazette notification and the bare Act before relying on this mapping in any filing.
Frequently asked
- What is the BNSS equivalent of CrPC Section 156?
- CrPC Section 156 (Police officer's power to investigate cognizable case) corresponds to Section 175 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, per the official comparative table.
- When did this change come into force?
- The replacement came into force on 1 July 2024. Matters registered before that date continue under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.
Nearby sections
- CrPC 153 → BNSS Deleted · Inspection of weights and measures
- CrPC 154 → BNSS 173 · Information in cognizable cases
- CrPC 155 → BNSS 174 · Information as to non-cognizable cases and investigation of such cases
- CrPC 157 → BNSS 176 · Procedure for investigation
- CrPC 158 → BNSS 177 · Report how submitted
- CrPC 159 → BNSS 178 · Power to hold investigation or preliminary inquiry
- CrPC 160 → BNSS 179 · Police officer's power to require attendance of witnesses