Bharat Samvidhan
BNSS Section 528

Section 528 BNSS: Inherent powers of the High Court (Quashing of cases)

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

Official Statutory Wording (100% Legally Correct)

Nothing in this Sanhita shall be deemed to limit or affect the inherent powers of the High Court to make such orders as may be necessary to give effect to any order under this Sanhita, or to prevent abuse of the process of any Court or otherwise to secure the

Simplified Legal Summary

This section details the statutory rules, frameworks, and procedures under Section 528 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 528 cover?

A: Section 528 of the BNSS 2023 deals with: "Inherent powers of the High Court (Quashing of cases)". 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 528 replace?

A: BNSS Section 528 ("Inherent powers of the High Court (Quashing of cases)") 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 528 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 528 ("Inherent powers of the High Court (Quashing of cases)") follows this national applicability.

Q: When did BNSS Section 528 come into effect?

A: The BNSS 2023 — including Section 528 ("Inherent powers of the High Court (Quashing of cases)") — came into effect on July 1, 2024, by Central Government notification in the Official Gazette.