BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 73 BNS

Printing or publishing any matter relating to Court proceedings without permission

Offence

Whoever prints or publishes any matter in relation to any proceeding before a Court with respect to an offence referred to in section 72 without the previous permission of such Court

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years and shall also be liable to fine.

Explanation

—The printing or publication of the judgment of any High Court or the Supreme Court does not amount to an offence within the meaning of this section. Of criminal force and assault against woman

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: two years.
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FAQ — Section 73 BNS

Section 73 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Printing or publishing any matter relating to Court proceedings without permission”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years and shall also be liable to fine. Explanation —The printing or publication of the judgment of any High Court or the Supreme Court does not amount to an offence within the meaning of this section. Of criminal force and assault against woman

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.