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The order, issued by Chief Justice Sheel Nagu, just two days after his elevation, facilitates the coexistence of the old and new legal systems during the transition period, ensuring continued access to justice without procedural hindrances.

“In light of the enactment of new laws, ‘Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023’, ‘Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023’ and ‘Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023’, which have come into force with effect from July 1, fresh cases/applications can be filed in this high court either under the provisions of newly enacted laws or repealed laws, ie, Indian Penal Code, 1860; Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; and Indian Evidence Act, 1872,” says the order.

Dispelling all apprehensions, the High Court has explicitly directed that no objections will be raised by the High Court Registry regarding the filing of cases under either set of laws.