Our guides are written to help people understand criminal law in India in plain language. This page explains how they are prepared and kept up to date.
How Guides Are Prepared
- Each guide is prepared by our editorial team from primary sources – the text of the statutes and reported judgments of the Supreme Court and High Courts.
- Section references are given under both the old law (IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act) and the new law in force from 1 July 2024 (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam).
- Where a figure or rule can change – such as fees, limits or procedures – we say so and point readers to the official source.
Updates and Corrections
We review guides when the law changes or an important judgment is delivered. All guides were reviewed in November 2026 for the new criminal laws. If you spot an error, please tell us through our contact page and we will correct it promptly.
Independence
Guides are educational and are not written to promote any individual advocate. They are not legal advice – every case depends on its facts, so speak to a qualified advocate before acting.