India Law Commission Notifications

Law Commission of India Notification on Financial Penalties

The Law Commission of India issued a notification on February 21, 2020, detailing amendments to various acts, including the Indian Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure. The notification specifies revised financial penalties for certain offenses, with amounts ranging from INR 2,25,000 to INR 2,50,000.

Law Commission Term Extended to August 31, 2024

The Law Commission of India has extended the term of the Twenty-second Law Commission. The extension is effective until August 31, 2024, maintaining the existing composition and terms of service for the Chairperson and members.

Notification on Amendments to Indian Penal Code and Criminal Procedure Code

The Law Commission of India has published an extraordinary gazette notification detailing amendments to various Indian laws, including the Indian Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure. The notification specifies new penalties and procedural changes, with some provisions effective immediately and others by 2027.

Appointment Notification for Law Commission of India Members

The Ministry of Law and Justice of India has issued a notification appointing Hon’ble Mr. Justice (Retd.) Dinesh Maheshwari as the Chairperson and Prof. D P Verma and Shri Hitesh Jain as full-time Members of the 23rd Law Commission of India. These appointments are effective from April 15, 2025.