CrPC → BNSS
CrPC 168 in BNSS: Section 188
Report of investigation by subordinate police officer
CrPC
168
BNSS
188
Under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 168 dealt with "Report of investigation by subordinate police officer". Since 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 188 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 168?
- CrPC Section 168 (Report of investigation by subordinate police officer) corresponds to Section 188 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 164A → BNSS 184 · Medical examination of victim of rape
- CrPC 165 → BNSS 185 · Search by police officer
- CrPC 166 → BNSS 186 · When officer in charge of police station may require another to issue search-warrant
- CrPC 167 → BNSS 187 · Procedure when investigation cannot be completed in twenty-four hours
- CrPC 169 → BNSS 189 · Release of accused when evidence deficient
- CrPC 170 → BNSS 190 · Cases to be sent to Magistrate when evidence is sufficient
- CrPC 171 → BNSS 191 · Complainant and witnesses not to be required to accompany police officer
- CrPC 172 → BNSS 192 · Diary of proceedings in investigation