Supreme Court directive requires FIRs uploaded online within 24 hours of registration under Section 173 BNSS
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Can an accused be denied a copy of the FIR? | Explained
The Supreme Court mandated uploading FIRs online within 24 hours of registration under Section 173 BNSS (formerly Section 154 CrPC), yet police routinely fail to comply. This violates the accused's fundamental right under Article 21 to access the FIR copy promptly. The issue highlights gaps in implementation of criminal law reforms under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, making it critical for polity and legal awareness sections in competitive exams.
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Exam-ready takeaways
Police routinely fail to comply with the 24-hour upload mandate, denying accused timely access to FIR copy
Right to receive FIR copy is part of Article 21 (Right to Life and Personal Liberty) as per SC interpretation
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 replaced CrPC; Section 173 BNSS corresponds to old Section 154 CrPC
Non-compliance undermines criminal justice reforms and transparency in policing under new criminal laws
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