Bharat Samvidhan
BNSS Section 134

Section 134 BNSS: by an advocate

Official criminal procedure provision under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.

Official Statutory Wording (100% Legally Correct)

The Magistrate may, if he sees sufficient cause, dispense with the personal attendance of any person called upon to show cause why he should not be ordered to execute a bond for keeping the peace or for good behaviour and may permit him to appear

Simplified Legal Summary

This section details the statutory rules, frameworks, and procedures under Section 134 of the BNSS.

Legal Compliance Notice

This content is compiled from the official Gazette of India publication. For active legal actions, petitions, or filings, citizens are advised to cross-reference this clause with their legal advocate under the corresponding Sections of the BNSS 2023.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What does BNSS Section 134 cover?

A: Section 134 of the BNSS 2023 deals with: "by an advocate". It is part of India's updated criminal procedure law that replaced the old CrPC 1973, effective July 1, 2024.

Q: Which old CrPC section does BNSS Section 134 replace?

A: BNSS Section 134 ("by an advocate") is part of the BNSS 2023 which replaced the entire CrPC 1973. Many sections were renumbered — use the Law Decoder for exact cross-references.

Q: Does BNSS Section 134 apply across all Indian states?

A: Yes. BNSS 2023 applies to the whole of India except Nagaland and specified tribal areas (per Section 1 BNSS). Section 134 ("by an advocate") follows this national applicability.

Q: When did BNSS Section 134 come into effect?

A: The BNSS 2023 — including Section 134 ("by an advocate") — came into effect on July 1, 2024, by Central Government notification in the Official Gazette.