A to Z of F I R Investigation and Trial

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Description
The criminal justice system is the cornerstone of society that value and streamline the law and order. It is a system designed to maintain social control and deter offender and mitigate crime and sanction those who violate laws with penalties as well as rehabilitation efforts. The new criminal laws of 2024 brings forth significant changes aimed at refining the processes of FIR, Investigation and Trial in order to ensure and enhance justice delivery, transparency, and efficiency.
The First Information Report (FIR) is a vital document which sets the law into motion soon an offence is committed. The New Criminal Law of 2024 introduces several key changes in process sof registration of FIR, such as digitization, time-bound registration, accountability and transparency. Investigation is a critical phase for establishing the facts and gathering evidences. The new criminal Law of 2024 enhances the process through use of technology, training and capacity building, victim and witnesses' protection etc. Trial is the crucial stage where guilt or innocence of accused is decided.The new criminal law introduces reforms aimed at speeding up the Trial process while ensuring fairness by Fast Track Courts, E-Courts and virtual hearings and judicial accountability. Thus the reforms in the New Criminal Law of 2024 are comprehensive and aimed at addressing longstanding issues within the criminal justice system.
The book "A To Z OF FIR, INVESTIGATION & TRIAL" serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the nuances of the new criminal law of 2024. It is designed for legal fractions, law enforcement officers, students, and anyone interested in the workings of the criminal justice system. It aims to provide a clear understanding of the reforms and their implications on the administration of justice. Author being a human being may commit mistakes and so seeks suggestions from esteemed readers by email: drpksingh101@gmail.com.
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Table of Contents
1. Administration of Criminal Justice
2. First Information Report (FIR)
3. When Police Refuse or Fail to Register FIR
4. Complaint to Magistrate
5. Investigation
6. Cognizance of Offence
7. Issue of Process
8. Arrest, Production & Remand
9. Anticipatory Bail
10. Default Bail/ Statutory Bail
11. Bail
12. Bail Bond & Surety
13. Framing of Charge
14. Examination of Accused
15. Fair & Speedy Trial: Right of accused
16. Limitation for Cognizance
17. Discharge of Accused
18. Interlocutory Order
19. Jurisdiction of Courts
20. Recall of Witnesses
21. Cross Examination & Defence
22. Evidence: Appreciation and Defence
23. Revision
24. Miscellaneous
25. Words & Phrases
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Author Details
Dr. Pramod Kumar Singh, an esteemed lawyer at Patna High Court, is a prolific writer having 51 books and over 150 research papers published to his credit both in India and abroad. Dr. Singh (a former University Professor) is a reputed social worker who has founded two NGOs namely Budhha Welfare Trust and Legal Aid Centre.