Section 102 of BNSS : Section 102: Direction, etc., of search-warrants.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: The police suspect that illegal firearms are being stored in a warehouse in Mumbai. They need to search the premises to find and seize these firearms.

Application of the Act:

1. Issuance of Search Warrant: The police obtain a search warrant under Section 96 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023.
2. Execution of Search Warrant: The provisions of sections 32, 72, 74, 76, 79, 80, and 81 are applied during the execution of the search warrant. This means:
   • Section 32: The search must be conducted in the presence of two or more respectable inhabitants of the locality.
   • Section 72: The officer conducting the search must prepare a list of all items seized during the search.
   • Section 74: The officer must provide a copy of the list of seized items to the person from whom the items were seized.
   • Section 76: The officer must ensure that the search is conducted in a manner that respects the privacy and dignity of the individuals involved.
   • Section 79: The officer must ensure that the search is conducted during daylight hours unless otherwise specified in the warrant.
   • Section 80: The officer must ensure that the search is conducted in a manner that minimizes damage to property.
   • Section 81: The officer must ensure t...

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