Section 211 of BNSS : Section 211: Transfer on application of accused.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: Rajesh is accused of theft and is brought before Magistrate A.

Application of Section 211:

1. Magistrate A takes cognizance of the offence under clause (c) of sub-section (1) of section 210.
2. Before any evidence is presented, Magistrate A informs Rajesh that he has the right to have his case inquired into or tried by another Magistrate.
3. Rajesh feels that Magistrate A might be biased due to a previous unrelated case.
4. Rajesh objects to further proceedings before Magistrate A.
5. The case is then transferred to Magistrate B, as specified by the Chief Judicial Magistrate.

Example 2:

Scenario: Priya and Anil are co-accused in a case of fraud and are brought before Magistrate X.

Application of Section 211:

1. Magistrate X takes cognizance of the offence under clause (c) of sub-section (1) of section 210.
2. Before any evidence is taken, Magistrate X informs Priya and Anil that they are entitled to have their case inquired into or tried by another Magistrate.
3. Priya believes that Magistrate X has a conflict of interest be...

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