CrPC 105J→BNSS 122

CrPC 105J to BNSS 122: Certain transfers to be null and void

Section 105J CrPC (1973) replaced by Section 122 BNSS (2023)

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CrPC 105J to BNSS 122 at a Glance

Section 105J CrPC (Certain transfers to be null and void) is now Section 122 BNSS, in force from 1 July 2024. What changed is set out below.

What Changed From CrPC 105J to BNSS 122?

Section 122 BNSS has the same heading and the same text as Section 105J CrPC. Section 122 BNSS refers to Section 117(1) BNSS, Section 119 BNSS and Section 120 BNSS where Section 105J CrPC referred to Section 105E(1) CrPC, Section 105G CrPC and Section 105H CrPC.

CrPC 105J vs BNSS 122: Comparison Table

AspectCrPC 1973 (repealed)BNSS 2023 (in force)
Section105J122
HeadingCertain transfers to be null and voidSame
Cross-referencess.105E, s.105Hs.117, s.120

CrPC 105J and BNSS 122: Bare Act Text Side by Side

CrPC 1973 (repealed)

Section 105J, CrPC 1973

105J. Certain transfers to be null and void.—Where after the making of an order under sub-section (1) of section 105E or the issue of a notice under section 105G, any property referred to in the said order or notice is transferred by any mode whatsoever such transfers shall, for the purposes of the proceedings under this Chapter, be ignored and if such property is subsequently forfeited to the Central Government under section 105H, then, the transfer of such property shall be deemed to be null and void.
BNSS 2023 (in force)

Section 122, BNSS 2023

122. Certain transfers to be null and void.—Where after the making of an order under sub-section (1) of section 117 or the issue of a notice under section 119, any property referred to in the said order or notice is transferred by any mode whatsoever such transfers shall, for the purposes of the proceedings under this Chapter, be ignored and if such property is subsequently forfeited to the Central Government under section 120, then, the transfer of such property shall be deemed to be null and void.

When It Applies: CrPC 105J vs BNSS 122

Under CrPC 105J
  1. Section 105J CrPC applies after the making of an order under Section 105E(1) CrPC or the issue of a notice under Section 105G CrPC.
  2. It applies to any property referred to in the said order or notice that is transferred by any mode whatsoever.
  3. Such transfers shall, for the purposes of the proceedings under the Chapter, be ignored.
  4. If such property is subsequently forfeited to the Central Government under Section 105H CrPC, the transfer of such property shall be deemed to be null and void.
Under BNSS 122
  1. Section 122 BNSS applies after the making of an order under Section 117(1) BNSS or the issue of a notice under Section 119 BNSS.
  2. It applies to any property referred to in the said order or notice that is transferred by any mode whatsoever.
  3. Such transfers shall, for the purposes of the proceedings under the Chapter, be ignored.
  4. If such property is subsequently forfeited to the Central Government under Section 120 BNSS, the transfer of such property shall be deemed to be null and void.

What CrPC 105J to BNSS 122 Means in Practice

Section 105J CrPC has no sub-sections, and maps as a whole to Section 122 BNSS. Both provide that a transfer of property referred to in the order or notice shall be ignored for the purposes of the proceedings under the Chapter, and shall be deemed to be null and void if the property is subsequently forfeited to the Central Government.

FAQs: CrPC 105J to BNSS 122

Where is Section 105J CrPC found in the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023?▼

Section 105J CrPC has no sub-sections, and maps as a whole to Section 122 BNSS.

Is the text of Section 122 BNSS the same as Section 105J CrPC?▼

Section 122 BNSS has the same heading and the same text as Section 105J CrPC, except for the renumbered cross-references to Section 117(1) BNSS, Section 119 BNSS and Section 120 BNSS.

Which sections does Section 122 BNSS refer to?▼

Section 122 BNSS refers to Section 117(1) BNSS, Section 119 BNSS and Section 120 BNSS. Section 105J CrPC referred to Section 105E(1) CrPC, Section 105G CrPC and Section 105H CrPC.

Disclaimer: This comparison is for informational purposes only. The new criminal laws came into effect on 1 July 2024. Consult a qualified advocate for legal advice.

Sources: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 · Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 · Last updated: 20 Oct 2026 ·