Illustrative situation and records to prepare
Hypothetical example; not a reported case or a predicted outcome.
An alleged incident predates July 2024, while the complaint is made later. Record both dates and identify the actual conduct and procedural stage. Do not select the penal provision merely from the complaint date or assume old and new section numbers map one-to-one.
Short answer
Treat a section comparison as a research aid, not proof that two offences have identical legal requirements. Record the date of the alleged conduct, the statute and exact section cited before checking the applicable provision.
Practical preparation
- Read the complete text of each provision, including definitions, exceptions and punishment. Note differences rather than replacing section numbers mechanically.
- Separate substantive criminal-law questions from procedure and evidence. Keep the FIR, charge documents and relevant orders together for an advocate to assess the transition.
- Check commencement notifications and transitional provisions for the specific issue. The Government’s July 2024 rollout record stated a 1 July 2024 commencement with specified exceptions; that historic record alone does not establish the current status of every provision.
Scope and limits
This page does not provide an exhaustive section mapping or decide which code governs a pending case. Confirm later amendments, notifications and case law before citing a provision.