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Criminal Lawyer

Criminal law encompasses the body of laws related to crime and legal punishment. It deals with actions that are offenses against the public, society, or the state, even if the victim is an individual. Key areas include defense strategies, prosecution, drug offenses, DUI/DWI, white-collar crimes, and juvenile crimes. The focus is on defining criminal behavior, apprehending offenders, prosecuting them, and imposing penalties to maintain social order.

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New Criminal Laws In India 2024

India’s criminal justice system has undergone a historic transformation with the introduction of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, replacing the archaic Indian Penal Code (IPC), Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), and Indian Evidence Act. These new laws address the colonial legacy, modernize the classification of crimes, streamline judicial procedures, and incorporate technological advancements in evidence. The reforms aim to deliver faster and fairer justice, enhance protection of individual rights, and better manage contemporary crimes, reflecting a significant leap towards a more just and efficient legal system in India.