73. 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 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.
BNS Section 73: Printing or publishing of any matter relating to Court proceedings without permission
Section 73 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with printing or publishing of any matter relating to Court proceedings without permission. It replaces IPC 228A of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Under the BNSS First Schedule, BNS 73 is cognizable and bailable.
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Bail, cognizability and punishment
| Section | Offence | Punishment | Cognizable | Bailable | Triable by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | Printing or publication of a proceeding without prior permission of court. | Imprisonment for 2 years and fine. | Cognizable | Bailable | Any Magistrate |
Source: BNSS, 2023, First Schedule, Part I.
Text of BNS Section 73
IPC sections replaced
- IPC 228A: Disclosure of identity of the victim of certain offences, etc
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