Bharat Samvidhan
BNSS Section 137

Section 137 BNSS: Section 137 of the Act

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

Official Statutory Wording (100% Legally Correct)

If, on an inquiry under section 135, it is not proved that it is necessary for keeping the peace or maintaining good behaviour, as the case may be, that the person in respect of whom the inquiry is made, should execute a bond, the Magistrate shall make an Order to give security. Discharge of person informed against. entry on the record to that effect, and if such person is in custody only for the purposes of the inquiry, shall release him, or, if such person is not in custody, shall discharge him.

Simplified Legal Summary

This section details the statutory rules, frameworks, and procedures under Section 137 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 137 cover?

A: Section 137 of the BNSS 2023 deals with: "Section 137 of the Act". 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 137 replace?

A: BNSS Section 137 ("Section 137 of the Act") 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 137 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 137 ("Section 137 of the Act") follows this national applicability.

Q: When did BNSS Section 137 come into effect?

A: The BNSS 2023 — including Section 137 ("Section 137 of the Act") — came into effect on July 1, 2024, by Central Government notification in the Official Gazette.