BNSS-2023 - Section 2(a) -
"Audio-Video electronic means"
" Shall include use of any communication device for the purposes of video conferencing, recording of processes of identification, search and seizure or evidence, transmission of electronic communication and for such other purposes and by such other means as the State Government may, by rules provide;"
The Usage of this Under section 105
- "That All Search and Seizure activities be audio-video recorded, and that the recordings(including mobile phone) be sent right away to the appropriate Authorities. "
And Under section 176(3)
- Forensic evidence collection at crime scenes is required to be videotaped under section 176(3) of the law for offenses carrying a maximum sentence of seven years in prison
- Police Officers have the Opinion to use audio-video technology to capture witness statement, according to section 180
- Section 251(2) establishes the usage of audio-video methods for communicating with the accused, including the explanation of accusations.
- section 254(2) The deposition of evidence of any public servant may be taken through audio-video electronic means.
- section 265 and 266 permits the use of audio-video technical devices for witness examinations, testimony in court, and depositions of evidence.
- Section 308: Examining the Accused by Video Conference. Except as otherwise expressly provided, all evidence taken in the course of the trial or other proceeding shall be taken in the presence of the accused, or, when his personal attendance is dispensed with, in the presence of his advocate including through audio-video electronic means at the designated place to be notified by the State Government:
- Section 336 : Provided further that the deposition of such successor public servant, expert or officer may be allowed through audio-video electronic means.