DNLU offers advanced certificate course on new criminal laws and drafting

Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur (DNLU) is offering an Advanced Certificate Course on Drafting and New Criminal Laws from November 15 to November 23.

Designed for law students, advocates, in-house counsel, legal practitioners, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding India’s reformed criminal laws, the classes will be held on weekends.

The course blends conceptual clarity with practical exercises to build confidence and competence in applying these laws.

The course covers five key modules, which offer a structured understanding of India’s new criminal justice framework through the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) including the rationale behind the reforms to practical drafting.

Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of substantive offences, procedural mechanisms, and evidentiary rules, while also developing hands-on drafting skills relevant to modern criminal practice.

Speakers

• Dr. Kumar Askand: Associate Professor, RMLNLU, Lucknow
  

• Tushar Mudgil: Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India

• Kumar Murlidhar: Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India

• Namit Saxena: Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India

Perks of the course

• Networking Opportunities: Connect with speakers, mentors, and peers.
  

• Interactive Sessions: Participate in engaging live Q&A discussions.
  

• Access to Recordings: Revisit all lectures anytime.
  

• E-Certificates: Earn a Certificate of completion or participation.

Module overview

1. Introduction to New Criminal Laws

   Overview of BNS, BNSS, and BSA; Objectives and rationale for the new laws; Implications of legislative changes; Comparative analysis with earlier laws

2. The Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, 2023 (BNS)

   Introduction, key provisions, and major reforms; Abetment, Criminal Conspiracy, and Attempt; Offences against Women and Children; Offences against the Human Body and Property

3. The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS)

   FIRs, Arrest, and Police Complaints; Cognizance and commencement of criminal trials; Forensic investigation; Framing of charges; Bail, appeals, revisions, and transfer of cases

4. The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA)

   Key provisions and framework; Relevancy and admissibility of facts; Burden of proof, estoppel, and electronic evidence; Rules of best and circumstantial evidence; Examination of witnesses

5. Criminal Drafting and Practice

   Principles of criminal drafting: clarity, accuracy, and precision; Drafting FIRs, complaints, and charge sheets; Bail and anticipatory bail applications; Appeals, revisions, and review petitions; Drafting arguments, witness summons, and trial briefs; Common drafting errors and effective advocacy techniques

Certification

Certificates of participation/ completion shall be issued to all participants on the basis of attendance. An online multiple-choice assessment will be conducted upon the conclusion of the course. Participants who undertake the assessment will have their respective grades duly reflected on their certificates

Registration Fee

• Students: ₹2,999 | Early Bird Offer: ₹1,999

• Professionals: ₹3,999 | Early Bird Offer: ₹2,999

The registration fee is inclusive of GST.

Register Here

For any difficulties or queries, contact:

Phone: 8817587602 | Email: courses@mpdnlu.in

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