CrPC → BNSS
CrPC 319 in BNSS: Section 358
Power to proceed against other persons appearing to be guilty of offence
CrPC
319
BNSS
358
Under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 319 dealt with "Power to proceed against other persons appearing to be guilty of offence". Since 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 358 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 319?
- CrPC Section 319 (Power to proceed against other persons appearing to be guilty of offence) corresponds to Section 358 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 315 → BNSS 353 · Accused person to be competent witness
- CrPC 316 → BNSS 354 · No influence to be used to induce disclosure
- CrPC 317 → BNSS 355 · Provision for inquiries and trial being held in absence of accused in certain cases
- CrPC 318 → BNSS 357 · Procedure where accused does not understand proceedings
- CrPC 320 → BNSS 359 · Compounding of offences
- CrPC 321 → BNSS 360 · Withdrawal from prosecution
- CrPC 322 → BNSS 361 · Procedure in cases which Magistrate cannot dispose of
- CrPC 323 → BNSS 362 · Procedure when after commencement of inquiry or trial, Magistrate finds case should be committed