BNSS · Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023

Section 48 BNSS

Obligation of person making arrest to inform about arrest, etc., to relative or friend

Procedure & effect

FAQ — Section 48 BNSS

Section 48 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS) deals with “Obligation of person making arrest to inform about arrest, etc., to relative or friend”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Obligation of person making arrest to inform about arrest, etc., to relative or friend

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.