BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 16 BNS

Act done pursuant to judgment or order of Court

Offence

Nothing which is done in pursuance of, or which is warranted by the judgment or order of, a Court; if done whilst such judgment or order remains in force, is an offence, notwithstanding the Court may have had no jurisdiction to pass such judgment or order, provided the person doing the act in good faith believes that the Court had such jurisdiction.

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FAQ — Section 16 BNS

Section 16 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Act done pursuant to judgment or order of Court”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Nothing which is done in pursuance of, or which is warranted by the judgment or order of, a Court; if done whilst such judgment or order remains in force, is an offence, notwithstanding the Court may have had no jurisdiction to pass such judgment or order, provided the person doing the act in good faith believes that the Court had such jurisdiction.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.