CrPC 78 to BNSS 80: Warrant forwarded for execution outside jurisdiction
Section 78 CrPC (1973) replaced by Section 80 BNSS (2023)
CrPC 78 to BNSS 80 at a Glance
Section 78 CrPC (Warrant forwarded for execution outside jurisdiction) is now Section 80 BNSS, in force from 1 July 2024. What changed is set out below.
What Changed From CrPC 78 to BNSS 80?
Section 78 CrPC became Section 80 BNSS from 1 July 2024. Both have the same heading and the same text, with one difference in a cross-reference. Section 80(2) BNSS refers to Section 83 where Section 78(2) CrPC referred to Section 81.
CrPC 78 vs BNSS 80: Comparison Table
| Aspect | CrPC 1973 (repealed) | BNSS 2023 (in force) |
|---|---|---|
| Section | 78 | 80 |
| Heading | Warrant forwarded for execution outside jurisdiction | Same |
| Sub-sections | 2 sub-sections | Same |
| Cross-references | s.81 | s.83 |
CrPC 78 and BNSS 80: Bare Act Text Side by Side
CrPC 1973 (repealed)
Section 78, CrPC 1973
78. Warrant forwarded for execution outside jurisdiction.—(1) When a warrant is to be executed outside the local jurisdiction of the Court issuing it, such Court may, instead of directing the warrant to a police officer within its jurisdiction, forward it by post or otherwise to any Executive Magistrate or District Superintendent of Police or Commissioner of Police within the local limits of whose jurisdiction it is to be executed; and the Executive Magistrate or District Superintendent or Commissioner shall endorse his name thereon, and if practicable, cause it to be executed in the manner hereinbefore provided.
(2) The Court issuing a warrant under sub-section (1) shall forward, along with the warrant, the substance of the information against the person to be arrested together with such documents, if any, as may be sufficient to enable the Court acting under section 81 to decide whether bail should or should not be granted to the person.
BNSS 2023 (in force)
Section 80, BNSS 2023
80. Warrant forwarded for execution outside jurisdiction.—(1) When a warrant is to be executed outside the local jurisdiction of the Court issuing it, such Court may, instead of directing the warrant to a police officer within its jurisdiction, forward it by post or otherwise to any Executive Magistrate or District Superintendent of Police or Commissioner of Police within the local limits of whose jurisdiction it is to be executed; and the Executive Magistrate or District Superintendent or Commissioner shall endorse his name thereon, and if practicable, cause it to be executed in the manner hereinbefore provided.
(2) The Court issuing a warrant under sub-section (1) shall forward, along with the warrant, the substance of the information against the person to be arrested together with such documents, if any, as may be sufficient to enable the Court acting under section 83 to decide whether bail should or should not be granted to the person.
When It Applies: CrPC 78 vs BNSS 80
Under CrPC 78
- Section 78(1) CrPC applies to a Court issuing a warrant that is to be executed outside its local jurisdiction.
- The Court may forward the warrant by post or otherwise to any Executive Magistrate or District Superintendent of Police or Commissioner of Police within the local limits of whose jurisdiction it is to be executed.
- The Executive Magistrate or District Superintendent or Commissioner shall endorse his name on the warrant and, if practicable, cause it to be executed.
- The Court issuing the warrant shall forward the substance of the information against the person to be arrested, with such documents, if any, as may be sufficient for the Court acting under Section 81 to decide whether bail should or should not be granted.
Under BNSS 80
- Section 80(1) BNSS applies to a Court issuing a warrant that is to be executed outside its local jurisdiction.
- The Court may forward the warrant by post or otherwise to any Executive Magistrate or District Superintendent of Police or Commissioner of Police within the local limits of whose jurisdiction it is to be executed.
- The Executive Magistrate or District Superintendent or Commissioner shall endorse his name on the warrant and, if practicable, cause it to be executed.
- The Court issuing the warrant shall forward the substance of the information against the person to be arrested, with such documents, if any, as may be sufficient for the Court acting under Section 83 to decide whether bail should or should not be granted.
What CrPC 78 to BNSS 80 Means in Practice
From 1 July 2024, the power of the Court to forward the warrant is in Section 80(1) BNSS and the duty to forward the substance of the information and documents is in Section 80(2) BNSS. The documents are for the Court acting under Section 83 BNSS to decide whether bail should or should not be granted to the person.
FAQs: CrPC 78 to BNSS 80
Where is Section 78 CrPC found in the BNSS?▼
Section 78(1) CrPC is found in Section 80(1) BNSS and Section 78(2) CrPC in Section 80(2) BNSS.
Which cross-reference is renumbered in Section 80 BNSS?▼
Section 80(2) BNSS refers to Section 83 BNSS where Section 78(2) CrPC referred to Section 81 CrPC.
Is the text of Section 80(1) BNSS the same as Section 78(1) CrPC?▼
Yes. Section 80(1) BNSS has the same text as Section 78(1) 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 ·