IPC 52A → BNS 2(13): Harbour

Quick Summary: IPC 52A vs BNS 2(13)

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, in force since 1 July 2024, has replaced the colonial-era Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860. IPC 52A (Harbour) 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. Harbour now maps to BNS 2(13), and the position below reflects the current bare act.

What did IPC 52A cover?

IPC 52A dealt with harbour — definition of harbour. 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(13): What changed in the new law?

Expanded to include supplying provisions. From 1 July 2024, new complaints relating to harbour are filed under BNS Section 2(13), while cases registered earlier continue under the old IPC provision as per the saving clause of the BNS.

Punishment under BNS 2(13)

N/A - Definition

Practical implications for advocates, police & citizens

• Advocates: For harbour, cite the current provision BNS 2(13) rather than the repealed IPC 52A in all matters arising on or after 1 July 2024.
• Police officers: Register new harbour FIRs under BNS 2(13); procedure follows the BNSS.
• Law students & citizens: Use the IPC 52A to BNS 2(13) mapping when checking your position on harbour under the new law.