IPC 30 → BNS 2(31): Valuable Security

Quick Summary: IPC 30 vs BNS 2(31)

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, in force since 1 July 2024, has replaced the colonial-era Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860. IPC 30 (Valuable Security) is among the offences re-enacted by the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which reorganises and renumbers the old Indian Penal Code while keeping the core ingredients intact. Valuable Security now maps to BNS 2(31), and the position below reflects the current bare act.

What did IPC 30 cover?

IPC 30 dealt with valuable security — definition of valuable security. Until 30 June 2024, every FIR and criminal trial for this offence was registered and prosecuted under this provision of the Indian Penal Code 1860.

BNS 2(31): What changed in the new law?

Includes electronic records. From 1 July 2024, new complaints relating to valuable security are filed under BNS Section 2(31), while cases registered earlier continue under the old IPC provision as per the saving clause of the BNS.

Punishment under BNS 2(31)

N/A - Definition

Practical implications for advocates, police & citizens

• Advocates: For valuable security, cite the current provision BNS 2(31) rather than the repealed IPC 30 in all matters arising on or after 1 July 2024.
• Police officers: Register new valuable security FIRs under BNS 2(31); procedure follows the BNSS.
• Law students & citizens: Use the IPC 30 to BNS 2(31) mapping when checking your position on valuable security under the new law.