Whitesmann’s Entire Stages of Criminal Trial as per New Criminal Laws – BNS, BNSS & BSA, 2023 – Edition 2025 is a comprehensive and practice-focused guide that explains the complete lifecycle of a criminal case under India’s reformed criminal justice system. Fully aligned with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023, this authoritative work serves as a ready reference for understanding criminal trials from initiation to final adjudication.

The book systematically covers every stage of a criminal trial, beginning with the commission of an offence and registration of FIR, investigation by police, filing of charge sheet, cognizance by courts, framing of charges, and commencement of trial. Each procedural step is clearly explained with reference to the relevant provisions of the new criminal laws, ensuring readers gain clarity on both statutory requirements and practical implementation.

A major highlight of this work is its stage-wise structured approach, which makes it exceptionally useful for practitioners. It explains pre-trial procedures, trial stages before Magistrates and Sessions Courts, examination and cross-examination of witnesses, appreciation of evidence under the BSA, arguments, judgment, sentencing, and post-trial remedies such as appeal, revision, and review. Special attention is given to the changed procedural timelines, safeguards, and digital processes introduced under BNSS, 2023.

The book is enriched with important Supreme Court and High Court judgments, judicial principles, and practical illustrations that demonstrate how courts interpret and apply the new criminal laws. Comparative references to the earlier CrPC, IPC, and Indian Evidence Act help readers transition smoothly to the new legal framework while understanding continuity and change in criminal trial practice.

Written in a clear, concise, and practitioner-friendly language, this book is an indispensable resource for criminal advocates, public prosecutors, defence lawyers, judicial officers, police officials, academicians, and law students. It is equally valuable for candidates preparing for judicial service examinations and other competitive law exams, as it provides a holistic and up-to-date understanding of criminal trial procedure.

Overall, Whitesmann’s Entire Stages of Criminal Trial – Edition 2025 stands out as a reliable and practical manual that equips readers with complete knowledge of criminal trial processes under the new criminal laws, making it an essential addition to every criminal law library.