Side-by-Side Comparison

CrPC Section 260 vs BNSS Section 283

BNSS raises the theft value threshold for summary trial from ₹2,000 (set in 1973, unchanged for 50 years) to ₹20,000 — a necessary inflation adjustment expanding fast-track disposal of petty property crimes.

What Changed?

Theft threshold: ₹2,000 (CrPC) → ₹20,000 (BNSS) — 10x inflation adjustment.

Maximum 3 months imprisonment preserved.

BNSS: electronic fine payment in summary trials.

BNSS: expansion of eligible offence categories.

Verdict

"Most smartphone thefts, small burglaries, and petty property crimes will qualify for summary trial under BNSS — reducing formal procedure burden and providing faster resolution for minor crime victims."

Detailed Analysis

OLD LAW (IPC)

CrPC Section 260

Act of 1860

Section Data Pending

Details for this section are being updated.

PunishmentN/A

REFORM

NEW LAW (BNS)

BNSS Section 283

Act of 2024

Section Data Pending

Details for this section are being updated.

PunishmentN/A

1860

CrPC Section 260 Origin

2024

BNSS Section 283 Reform

Legal Implications

₹2,000 threshold was set in 1973 when it had significant purchasing power. By 2024, it barely buys a basic meal. BNSS's increase to ₹20,000 means stolen smartphones (₹10,000-15,000), bicycles, small electronics — all qualify for faster summary disposal.

Practical Scenarios

"Stolen motorcycle worth ₹18,000 — under BNSS Section 283, eligible for summary trial."

Expert Q&A

What is the new theft threshold for summary trial under BNSS?

₹20,000 — raised from ₹2,000. Thefts up to ₹20,000 can be tried by fast-track summary procedure.

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