CrPC 467→BNSS 513

CrPC 467 to BNSS 513: Definitions

Section 467 CrPC (1973) replaced by Section 513 BNSS (2023)

View CrPC Section 467 →View BNSS Section 513 →

CrPC 467 to BNSS 513 at a Glance

Section 467 CrPC (Definitions) is now Section 513 BNSS, in force from 1 July 2024. What changed is set out below.

What Changed From CrPC 467 to BNSS 513?

Section 513 BNSS has the same heading as Section 467 CrPC. Section 513 BNSS reads Section 514 BNSS where Section 467 CrPC read Section 468 CrPC. The other words read the same. Section 467 CrPC has no sub-sections, and maps as a whole to Section 513 BNSS.

CrPC 467 vs BNSS 513: Comparison Table

AspectCrPC 1973 (repealed)BNSS 2023 (in force)
Section467513
HeadingDefinitionsSame
Cross-referencess.468s.514

CrPC 467 and BNSS 513: Bare Act Text Side by Side

CrPC 1973 (repealed)

Section 467, CrPC 1973

467. Definitions.—For the purposes of this Chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, “period of limitation” means the period specified in section 468 for taking cognizance of an offence.
BNSS 2023 (in force)

Section 513, BNSS 2023

513. Definitions.—For the purposes of this Chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, "period of limitation" means the period specified in section 514 for taking cognizance of an offence.

When It Applies: CrPC 467 vs BNSS 513

Under CrPC 467
  1. Section 467 CrPC applies for the purposes of the Chapter, unless the context otherwise requires.
  2. Period of limitation means the period specified in Section 468 CrPC.
  3. That period is for taking cognizance of an offence.
Under BNSS 513
  1. Section 513 BNSS applies for the purposes of the Chapter, unless the context otherwise requires.
  2. Period of limitation means the period specified in Section 514 BNSS.
  3. That period is for taking cognizance of an offence.

What CrPC 467 to BNSS 513 Means in Practice

From 1 July 2024, a reader looks for this text in Section 513 BNSS, which names Section 514 BNSS where Section 467 CrPC names Section 468 CrPC.

FAQs: CrPC 467 to BNSS 513

Where is Section 467 CrPC found under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023?▼

From 1 July 2024, Section 467 CrPC is found in Section 513 BNSS. Section 468 CrPC, which Section 467 CrPC names, is found in Section 514 BNSS.

Which cross-reference differs between Section 467 CrPC and Section 513 BNSS?▼

Section 513 BNSS reads Section 514 where Section 467 CrPC read Section 468.

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: 21 Oct 2026 ·