Section 216PopularProcedural
Procedure for witnesses in case of threatening, etc.
Full Text
216. Procedure for witnesses in case of threatening, etc.—A witness or any other person may file a complaint in relation to an offence under section 232 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
Plain English Summary
Enables a witness or any other person to file a complaint regarding the threatening of witnesses under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Key Legal Elements
- Who can file: The witness themselves or any other person.
- Offence: Threatening a witness (Section 232 BNS).
- Purpose: Strengthening witness protection and trial integrity.
Practical Note
This is a crucial addition in BNSS to enhance witness protection. It empowers the victims of witness intimidation to directly initiate legal action.
हिंदी पाठ
216. धमकी आदि के मामले में गवाहों के लिए प्रक्रिया—कोई गवाह या कोई अन्य व्यक्ति भारतीय न्याय संहिता, 2023 की धारा 232 के अधीन किसी अपराध के संबंध में शिकायत दर्ज कर सकता है।