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Notice Before Arrest

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BNSS Section 35(3) | Mandatory Notice Before Arrest in Offences Up to 7 Years: Arnesh Kumar Guidelines Remain Binding Under New Criminal Code : Uttarakhand HC
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|Uttarakhand High Court

BNSS Section 35(3) | Mandatory Notice Before Arrest in Offences Up to 7 Years: Arnesh Kumar Guidelines Remain Binding Under New Criminal Code : Uttarakhand HC

Uttarakhand High Court reinforces that Investigating Officers must issue a notice under BNSS Section 35(3) before arresting individuals in offences punishable up to seven years, aligning with the Arnesh Kumar guidelines. The ruling mandates procedural compliance, ensuring accused persons are not arbitrarily detained without prior notice, safeguarding natural justice in criminal investigations.