Section 43 of BNSS : Section 43: Arrest how made.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: A police officer is arresting a man named Rajesh for theft.

Application of the Act:

1. The police officer approaches Rajesh and informs him that he is under arrest for theft.
2. Rajesh does not resist and verbally agrees to go with the officer.
3. The officer does not need to physically touch Rajesh since he has submitted to custody by word.
4. Rajesh is taken to the police station without any use of force.

Example 2:

Scenario: A police officer is arresting a woman named Priya for fraud.

Application of the Act:

1. The police officer, who is male, informs Priya that she is under arrest for fraud.
2. Priya verbally acknowledges the arrest and agrees to go with the officer.
3. The officer does not touch Priya, as her submission to custody is presumed by her verbal acknowledgment.
4. Priya is taken to the police station without any physical contact.

Example 3:

Scenario: A police officer is arresting ...

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