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Section 60 – Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita(BNSS) – Discharge Of Person Apprehended.

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Code: Section 60 BNSS

No person who has been arrested by a police officer shall be discharged except
on his bond, or bail bond, or under the special order of a Magistrate.


Explanation of Section 60 BNSS

Key Provisions

  1. Arrested Persons Cannot Be Released Arbitrarily
    • Once a person is arrested by the police, they cannot be released at the discretion of the police officer.
  2. Three Ways an Arrested Person Can Be Released
    • Personal Bond: The accused gives a written assurance to appear in court.
    • Bail Bond: The accused provides sureties or pays bail as ordered by the court.
    • Special Order by a Magistrate: A Magistrate can order release based on legal grounds.
  3. Police Cannot Release on Their Own
    • The police do not have the authority to discharge an arrested person without legal backing.
    • They must follow due process before releasing anyone.

Illustration of Section 60 BNSS

Example 1: Release on Bail Bond

Case: A person is arrested for a bailable offense and applies for bail.
✅ The court grants bail, and the person is released upon furnishing a bail bond.

Example 2: Release on Personal Bond

Case: A first-time offender is arrested for a minor offense.
✅ The court allows release on a personal bond, meaning the accused promises to appear when summoned.

Example 3: Release by Magistrate’s Order

Case: The police arrest a suspect wrongfully.
✅ The Magistrate reviews the case and orders release, stating the arrest was unlawful.

Example 4: Police Cannot Release Without Legal Grounds

Case: A suspect is arrested but the police later feel there’s not enough evidence.
❌ The police cannot release the suspect without a court’s order.


Common Questions and Answers on Section 60 BNSS

1. Can the police release an arrested person without bail?

❌ No, an arrested person can only be released on:

Contents
Code: Section 60 BNSSExplanation of Section 60 BNSSKey ProvisionsIllustration of Section 60 BNSSExample 1: Release on Bail BondExample 2: Release on Personal BondExample 3: Release by Magistrate’s OrderExample 4: Police Cannot Release Without Legal GroundsCommon Questions and Answers on Section 60 BNSS1. Can the police release an arrested person without bail?2. Can a Magistrate release an arrested person at any time?3. Can a person be detained indefinitely if they don’t get bail?4. What happens if an arrested person is not granted bail?5. Is a police officer allowed to take a bribe and release someone?Conclusion
  • Bail bond
  • Personal bond
  • A Magistrate’s special order

2. Can a Magistrate release an arrested person at any time?

✅ Yes, a Magistrate has the power to order release at any stage, if legally justified.

3. Can a person be detained indefinitely if they don’t get bail?

❌ No, the police must produce the arrested person before a Magistrate within 24 hours.

4. What happens if an arrested person is not granted bail?

✅ The person remains in custody until the court decides on their release.

5. Is a police officer allowed to take a bribe and release someone?

❌ No, this is illegal and punishable under corruption laws.


Conclusion

Section 60 BNSS ensures that an arrested person is not released arbitrarily and can only be discharged through:
✅ Bail bond
✅ Personal bond
✅ Magistrate’s order

This prevents unlawful police releases and ensures judicial oversight.

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