CrPC → BNSS
CrPC 334 in BNSS: Section 373
Judgment of acquittal on ground of unsoundness of mind
CrPC
334
BNSS
373
Under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 334 dealt with "Judgment of acquittal on ground of unsoundness of mind". Since 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 373 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 334?
- CrPC Section 334 (Judgment of acquittal on ground of unsoundness of mind) corresponds to Section 373 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 330 → BNSS 369 · Release of person of unsound mind pending investigation or trial
- CrPC 331 → BNSS 370 · Resumption of inquiry or trial
- CrPC 332 → BNSS 371 · Procedure on accused appearing before Magistrate or Court
- CrPC 333 → BNSS 372 · When accused appears to have been of sound mind
- CrPC 335 → BNSS 374 · Person acquitted on ground of unsoundness of mind to be detained in safe custody
- CrPC 336 → BNSS 375 · Power of State Government to empower officer in charge to discharge
- CrPC 337 → BNSS 376 · Procedure where lunatic prisoner is reported capable of making his defence
- CrPC 338 → BNSS 377 · Procedure where lunatic detained is declared fit to be released